Why haven't Real Madrid signed a striker?

In the final few days of the transfer window, Real Madrid have been reduced to bystanders. Even though Eden Hazard, Alvaro Odriozola, Mariano Diaz, and Marco Asensio were up for sale, none of them displayed any inclination to leave.

The belief in Valdebebas was that the transfer market had already been closed for eight weeks in terms of signings. The folder was stowed away in a drawer as soon as Aurelien Tchouameni's arrival was made known. The numerous rumours that have surfaced are not based on any decisions made by Real Madrid's directors. Everything has happened as a result of fan and journalist requests, as well as the current wave of social media hoaxes.

The remainder of the summer has been more than adequate. Aside from Kylian Mbappe, who stayed put at PSG, Real Madrid acquired Antonio Rudiger and Tchouameni, the two players they were targeting.

No new negotiations were started. Although not all expectations have been reached in terms of departures, they are aware that they are bound by their commitments and that the outlook was not simple.

In the discussions at Valdebebas, the absence of a "nine" who could give Benzema a break has been more of a journalistic issue than a genuine one. Gabriel Jesus was mentioned at the beginning of the transfer window but after that point, and given that it was impossible to sign him, it became evident that there would be no further signings.

The directors of Real Madrid have learned from past mistakes to avoid searching the market before they are certain they have the ideal player in front of them. The absence of the highly desired backup centre-forward and even the lack of a midfielder when Casemiro left Real Madrid may be directly attributed to Mariano and Luka Jovic, both of whom arrived without the approval of all parties engaged in the transfer process.

Just as he has accepted that the current team has the ability to withstand that absence, Ancelotti would have welcomed a reinforcement. Nobody can predict what may occur in terms of injuries, bans, or poor form, but the team seems to be ready to handle the 17 official matches that are left before the World Cup break and, consequently, the arrival of the winter transfer window.

Studying a possible target

All kinds of players have been associated with Real Madrid during the past two months. Roberto Lewandowski was the beginning, then came Cavani, Dzeko, Nkunku, Sesko, Cristiano Ronaldo, Raul de Tomas, Ekitike, Havertz, and Werner, but none of them were actually contacted.

Currently, a period of observation is beginning in order to track the development of some players and, if necessary, choose a target for the upcoming winter transfer window. That striker has to persuade everyone, and must understand that Benzema is still hesitant to take a backseat. Maybe in January the club will revisit the possibility, but it won't happen unless the team's performance indicates that it is necessary.

Why didn't Real Madrid fight for Haaland?

The club made it clear for months that signing Mbappe was the top priority. The Norwegian's entourage was also paid attention to, but they never made it clear that they intended to sign with Real Madrid, although the Frenchman did, interestingly enough, despite their last-minute rejection or treachery.

They had an opportunity to sign Haaland, right? The Norwegian was available, but Real Madrid insisted in the closing weeks of the previous campaign that the player's goal was to emulate his father by playing for Man City without a long-term commitment. All indicators point to such a move being imminent, as MARCA reported. The late Mino Raiola laid up the strategy, which was then finalised by Rafaela Pimienta. They maintained the flame with Haaland to the very end without losing control. Mbappe might perform the job of a striker in a different way than Rodrygo currently can. Both have yet to play at the Bernabeu, and the team is still winning.

Jovic, Borja Mayoral, and Latasa have vacated those positions. While Mayoral was at Roma, Getafe, and Latasa only appeared in one game with the first team last season, the former hardly made an impact. They still have faith in Latasa, but before making the leap to the first team, he needs to gain experience in the top flight.

Casemiro's is regarded as the best exit operation and is responsible for allowing the market to close on a high note.

Operations that have left money on the table include Kubo, Borja Mayoral, Gila, Chust, Latasa, Miguel Gutierrez, Santos, Blanco, Reinier, and Altube.

The likes of Vallejo, Asensio, Odriozola, Hazard, and Mariano have been neglected. And once more it has been proven that players, while knowing how tough it will be for them to play, do not accept leaving Real Madrid in such a manner. Some (Asensio and Odriozola) because they are confident they can change the situation, while others because they lack the desire to go.

What follows, then? All of the players will be under Carlo Ancelotti's orders, and he may utilise them if necessary. No one is being marginalised or sidelined by Real Madrid or the coach. They all understood the part they could play, and it will be up to them to change the course of events. It wouldn't be the first or the last time either.

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