Year: 2022

Real Madrid have reportedly set their sights on a deal for Alphonso Davies from Bayern Munich.

Since joining the Bavarians in 2019, the defender has contributed six goals and 21 assists in 134 appearances across all competitions.

Although Davies is under contract with the German champions until 2025, according to AS, the Spanish champions have identified the left-back as a future transfer target.

Los Blancos are planning for the long-term future, and they are looking at the possibility of signing Davies in 2024.

Real Madrid believe that making a bid for the 22-year-old forward a year before his contract expires would allow them to agree a lower price.

While Carlo Ancelotti’s side view Davies as a future first-choice left-back, the Bundesliga champions are understood to have no interest in selling the Canadian international.

Chelsea are said to be making a strong push to bring in Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez with a significant bid.

The Blues have allegedly informed the Portuguese giants that they are prepared to pay £115m to sign the 2022 World Cup winner.

During the summer transfer window, Benfica won the race to sign the 21-year-old midfielder from River Plate, a deal worth €18m.

Since then, the Argentina international has established himself as one of the most sought-after young talents in world football.

He made five starts and two substitute outings to help his country win their first World Cup since 1986, while the youngster also collected the Young Player Of The Tournament accolade.

His performances have understandably attracted interest from other top European clubs, and several clubs are said to be willing to pay a significant amount to bring him on board.

It has been reported that Fernandez possesses a