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Santiago Solari not interested in January transfer window
Real Madrid have had a topsy-turvy start to the season and their fans are not happy. The Madrid faithful are desperate for new signings but their new manager, Santiago Solari is just the opposite.
The Madrid manager has said that he is not interested in signing players in January and is happy with the players he has. The Argentine said it is up to the club if they want to get new players in the winter transfer window or not.
Ahead of the Copa del Rey match vs Melilla, Solari said, “I don't know about this issue, as winter signings aren't my area. There are 24 players in the squad, plus those who are at Castilla.”
“I see that they all have desire and motivation. This Thursday is a holiday and lots of people will come along to the match, we want to see several different players on the pitch," added the manager.
Rodrygo rules out January move to Madrid
Real Madrid have already agreed a deal to sign Rodrygo next summer but rumours suggested that he was set to join in January itself. Owing to the goal drought at Bernabeu, the Madrid bosses were reportedly looking to fast forward the move.
However, the Brazilian has now confirmed that he will not be leaving Santos in January. The winger is looking to stay at the Brazilian side until July and then head to Madrid and join his new club.
I don't believe there is a chance I will leave for Madrid early. It's agreed that I'm going in July. That agreement is between Santos and Real Madrid." Rodrygo explained in an interview with Gazeta Esportiva.
Reports suggest that Madrid have a €45 million deal in place for the 17-year-old. He will become the 2nd Brazilian youngster to join Los Blancos after Vinicius Junior signed for them in the summer. Madrid paid a similar amount to Flamengo to sign the striker as well.
Bitter-sweet news about Malcom
Barcelona have confirmed that Malcom will be out for 10-15 days following his injury in the Copa Del Rey match on Wednesday. The winger has sprained his right ankle and has been advised to take rest for 2 weeks.
Initial reports suggested that he could be out for a longer period but the medical examinations have given the Catalan side a huge boost. The Brazilian will miss marches against Espanyol, Tottenham and Levante.
Following that, Barcelona face Celta Vigo on December 22nd before they have a winter break. It is highly likely that Barcelona will keep him out of that match as well to give him more time to recover.
Barcelona eye Nicholas Pepe
Barcelona have set sights on signing Nicholas Pepe according to reports in France. The Lille winger has been on fire this season and has attracted attention from several top European sides.
Mercato 365 report that Bayern Munich and Arsenal have also set sights on signing him. Unai Emery is reportedly keen on taking the winger to Emirates and has advised the club to sign him as soon as possible.
Real Madrid agree deal with Eden Hazard
The big news of the day comes from Onda Madrid, who claim that Real Madrid have agreed personal terms with Eden Hazard. The Spanish giants are now set to make a move for him in the summer on 2019 – when he has just one year left on his contract.
Chelsea are still negotiating a new contract with the Belgian and are hopeful of keeping him. The Blues are reluctant to let go of him and AS report that they have slapped a €170 million price tag of him to scare Madrid off.
Madrid, meanwhile, are readying a player + cash bid for the winger. AS claim that the 13-time Champions League winners are ready to offer Mateo Kovacic and cash for Hazard as they are not willing to meet Chelsea's asking price for the Belgian.
Hazard has admitted that he has not made up his mind yet and is ready to stay at the Premier League side for the rest of his career as well.
