Real Madrid might look to sign in-form Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez, who will cost around €50 million next year.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Santiago Gimenez is the subject of interest from Real Madrid. The Merengues are considering signing the Mexican striker if they fail to land their top targets. Meanwhile, Feyenoord will demand at least €50 million to part ways with the in-form attacker.
Santiago Gimenez has seen his stock skyrocket since joining Feyenoord from CD Cruz Azul last year. A graduate of the Mexican club’s youth division, the 22-year-old has gone from strength to strength at De Kuip. He was one of the top scorers in the Eredivisie in the 2022/23 season as Feyenoord won the league title.
The Mexican international has continued from where he left off last term, kick-starting the new campaign with a bang. Gimenez has already contributed to 11 goals in six outings thus far, finding the back of the net nine times while providing two assists. Meanwhile, the in-form striker has captured the attention of several high-profile clubs.
Recent reports have linked him with Premier League bigwigs like Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur. But Real Madrid can blow the trio out of the water after joining the race to sign him from Feyenoord. That he will cost at least €50 million should not bother the Spanish outfit either.
Real Madrid will prioritise signing Kylian Mbappe in a Bosman move in the 2024 summer transfer window. But there are brewing concerns that the 2018 FIFA World Cup winner will sign a new contract before the ongoing season ends. So, Real Madrid should scour the market for alternatives, with a few options emerging as targets.
Recent reports have linked Los Blancos with strikers like Victor Osimhen and Youssoufa Moukoko. But Santiago Gimenez is also a viable target, considering the levels he has shown at Feyenoord. Meanwhile, the report claims that Real Madrid will have no qualms about shelling out €50 million to secure his services.
The in-form striker is becoming one of the most sought-after attackers in the world. It will be interesting to see if Real Madrid can beat the competition to the signature of the 22-year-old Mexican international next year.
