Liverpool and Real Madrid have reporteldy enquired about the availability of Adrien Rabiot, who may not renew at Juventus.
According to Sport Italia, Liverpool are ready to enter the race for Adrien Rabiot and bring the experienced Frenchman as a big midfield option. Real Madrid are also on his trail, as the 29-year-old seems to be moving away from a renewal with Juventus despite holding advanced discussions.
Liverpool and Real Madrid chase Adrien Rabiot
Adrien Rabiot could soon become a high-profile free agent, which could lead to a big scramble of big clubs chasing his signature. Manchester United had a long-standing interest, with the 29-year-old French international previously showing signs he would be open to a switch to Old Trafford on a free transfer.
Liverpool have now entered the race for the midfielder, and there’s no clarity on whether Manchester United are eager to pursue a deal. The Merseydiers might see the 29-year-old French international’s experience as a big reason for their pursuit, and more importantly, his availability on a free transfer.
The Reds would consider a deal and have reportedly enquired about his availability after renewal talks with Juventus have apparently broken down. Liverpool must navigate their way through for Rabiot and beat the competition from Real Madrid, who are keen on the Frenchman.
Real Madrid have seen Toni Kroos retire, and the German midfielder will hang his boots after the Euros. Hence, they might feel a bit short in the midfield areas, as there are doubts about Luka Modric’s immediate future, despite suggestions the Croatian will renew by another year. Rabiot brings rich experience at the very top level of the game to make Real Madrid consider a move, more so because he will arrive on the free.
Juventus renewal talks hit a snag
Last summer, Juventus convinced Rabiot and his mother, who also happens to be his agent, to renew by another year even after his contract expired. They are in a similar situation, although talks have advanced in recent times about a two-year deal. The Bianconeri have seemingly agreed on a salary worth €7-8 million net per season for the midfielder, although his mother’s demand may have scuppered the deal.
The report states Rabiot’s mother has asked for a hefty commission to renew with Juventus, which may have not sat well with the people in charge at the club. Hence, the 29-year-old French international might be inching closer to leaving Turin on a free transfer, which has alerted the likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool.
