Real Madrid star could leave for Tottenham before January window closes

There are just two days until the January transfer window closes and it hadn't seemed likely that Real Madrid would conduct any more business. That included outgoings as the club looked to move ahead for the second half of the campaign with Endrick being their only departee.

Endrick left on loan for Lyon at the start of the month, a decision that has left Madrid looking foolish. The Brazilian has been sensational in Ligue 1 and left many wondering why he wasn't relied upon at the Estadio Bernabeu.

Another attacker who is similarly lacking a starting role is Brahim Diaz who recently returned from the African Cup of Nations. The Moroccan has started just three of 13 La Liga games and contributed two assists in those appearances.

Tottenham eyeing Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz

Diaz is believed to acknowledge that there isn't much chance of him taking up a starting role in Alvaro Arbeloa's side in the short term. His representatives have started to explore the market and guage interest in a potential move.

That's according to TEAMtalk, who claim that several clubs have contacted Diaz's entourage, including Serie A's Como. They view the 26-year-old as a potential Nico Paz replacement, given that the Argentine is linked with a return to the Bernabeu this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur are also showing interest and the London giants are one of three Premier League clubs eyeing the Moroccan. It's claimed that Aston Villa and Newcastle United have also been in contact with the player's camp.

These conversations are thought to have been about a possible January exit which means there is a chance AFCON's top scorer departs before the window closes on Monday. If he does depart it will mean Madrid's board has allowed the squad to weaken in the winter while the team struggles for form.

Madrid must wait for the summer to make a decision

Diaz proved at AFCON that he can be a real threat and opting to part with the Morocco international now will have huge consequences. Arbeloa is already dealing with Vinicius Junior's inconsistency and Rodrygo's suspension for the Champions League playoff against Benfica.

Arbeloa could do with Diaz's versatility as he looks to get his side's season back on track. But the player might be eager to get consistent game time under his belt ahead of next summer's FIFA World Cup.

Diaz joined Madrid from Manchester City in 2019 before spending a spell at AC Milan. He has made 141 appearances over the course of seven years at the Bernabeu, posting 21 goals and 23 assists.