Ancelotti is looking for a replacement for Karim Benzema. The striker’s profile that Real Madrid will be looking for this summer to replace Karim Benzema has been disclosed by manager Carlo Ancelotti.
The 35-year-old Benzema, who is leaving the Santiago Bernabeu, made his final appearance in today’s (1 June 4) 1-1 tie with Athletic Club. In his final appearance for Los Merengues, the Frenchman scored from the penalty spot.
Karim Benzema’s replacement must now be found, and Ancelotti has specified the kind of forward Real Madrid would look for. By way of Fabrizio Romano, he stated: “We want to sign a striker who plays football well and can score goals and link up well.”
The manager of Real Madrid made these remarks when reports surfaced that the team was interested in acquiring Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur. The English striker could leave Spurs this summer even though he still has one year left on his deal.
Kane, 29, is reportedly Los Merengues’ primary choice to replace Benzema this summer. Erik Ten Hag and Manchester United are interested in the talented frontman, so they will probably compete for his services. In 49 appearances this season, he has scored 32 goals in various competitions.
However, Kane’s game involves more than just scoring goals because he also involves others. He is regarded as one of Europe’s most accomplished strikers and drops back into midfield to assist in the transition forward.
After 14 magnificent years in the Spanish capital, Karim Benzema will leave a gaping void in the Real Madrid lineup. In 637 games, he scored 353 goals and won four La Liga championships and five Champions League wins.
The Frenchman seemed destined to join Al Ittihad of the Saudi Pro League. Additionally, Ancelotti disclosed that Madrid was only made aware of his choice this morning: “It was incredibly unexpected when Benzema informed us of his decision to leave the club this morning. His unexpected departure has given us time to consider our options. We’ll bring in strikes.”
These remarks imply that Los Blancos will be recruiting a number of forwards this summer. Before their captain decided to depart, they were apparently considering Joselu of Espanyol as a Karim Benzema backup option. In 38 appearances this season, the 33-year-old has 17 goals to his credit.
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