BREAKING NEWS: ‘I tried everything I could to encourage him to join Liverpool, but it appears that His mind is made up already’: Endō has confirmed this. His international teammate has declined Liverpool’s offer to join Chelsea in the next transfer window and will receive £60 million for his services.

Real Madrid is in the midst of an important transitional period as they look for a permanent solution to their striker position following Karim Benzema’s departure. Benzema, who was central to the team’s attack for years, left a significant gap. While temporary options have been tested, the club remains focused on finding a long-term replacement.

Joselu has been one of the interim solutions, delivering impressive performances when called upon. His contributions have been valued by both fans and coaching staff. However, there is a shared belief within the club and among experts that Joselu may not be the ideal long-term choice to lead Real Madrid’s ambitious attack. The search for a permanent, high-caliber striker has intensified, with several potential candidates linked to Los Blancos recently.

One of the most discussed names is Santiago Gimenez, an emerging talent in European football. The young Mexican striker has been in outstanding form this season, gaining attention from top clubs with his consistent goal-scoring ability. His performance, especially during Feyenoord’s recent 3-1 victory over Lazio in the Champions League, where he scored twice, has solidified his reputation as one of Europe’s most promising young forwards.

At 22, Gimenez’s strong season has fueled interest in him, with Real Madrid emerging as a serious contender for his signature. His rapid rise, evidenced by his 15 goals in just 11 matches, has made him one of Europe’s most sought-after young strikers. However, Real Madrid faces competition. According to Morris Pagniello, an advisor to Gimenez, multiple top European clubs are interested, with Inter Milan, AC Milan, Lazio, and Napoli reportedly keeping a close watch.

Despite the interest from various clubs, Pagniello noted that Inter and Juventus might be the best fits for Gimenez, considering their storied histories and tactical structures that could support his development into a top striker. He also mentioned that Gimenez’s market value has surged, climbing from €10 million to €40 million within a year, reflecting his growing reputation.