Real Madrid are coming off of a big win, having come back from two goals behind to defeat Villarreal 3-2 in the Copa del Rey Round of 16. While the result might have delighted the fans on the night, one cannot overlook the flaws in their performance. Their response in the second half deserves all the credit in the world, but the first half display was terrible to say the least.
The biggest problem has been Real Madrid’s lack of depth, as a number of players seem exhausted and are struggling to produce their best for a while now.
Thus, it is clear that Los Blancos need to add to their ranks in the future. The club have been linked with a long list of players as well, but it looks like one of their targets is set to complete a move to Arsenal instead.
As reported by Evening Standard, reports in Spain suggest that Ivan Fresneda and his representatives have been left unimpressed with Real Madrid’s uncertainty over making a move, and Arsenal have acted quickly to seal a deal. It is being claimed that the youngster will fly to London in the coming days.
Arsenal are reportedly close to signing Real Madrid transfer target
Fresneda is one of the most highly-rated teenagers in Spanish football right now and he has already established himself as a starter for Real Valladolid at 18 years of age.
With Real Madrid needing to strengthen their options at right-back, it is no surprise that the club have been linked with Fresneda in recent times.
But it has always been believed that Real Madrid won’t make any signings in January, and it looks like he could head to Arsenal instead.
It remains to be seen how things transpire and nothing is official yet, but missing out on Fresneda could potentially be a blow to Real Madrid’s long-term vision for the squad.