Real Madrid Targeting Santiago Gimenez as Long-Term Striker Solution
Following the departure of Karim Benzema, Real Madrid is actively seeking a long-term solution for their striker position. While Joselu has impressed in limited opportunities, the general consensus is that he may not be the permanent answer for Los Blancos.
One name gaining serious attention from Real Madrid is Santiago Gimenez, the in-form Feyenoord striker. Gimenez has been in sensational form this season, consistently finding the back of the net. In a standout UEFA Champions League performance, he scored twice in Feyenoord’s 3-1 victory over Lazio, further boosting his profile across Europe.
Real Madrid is reportedly among the frontrunners in the race to sign Gimenez, competing with several top European clubs. According to his advisor, Morris Pagniello, clubs such as Inter Milan, AC Milan, Lazio, Napoli, and Juventus have all expressed interest in the Mexican forward. However, Pagniello identified Inter and Juventus as potentially the best fit for Gimenez’s next move.
Gimenez’s market value has skyrocketed from €10 million to €40 million in under a year, a testament to his rapid rise and goal-scoring prowess. So far this season, he has scored an incredible 15 goals in just 11 appearances, placing him among the top young strikers in Europe.
Alongside Real Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur is also in close pursuit of Gimenez. Spurs are looking to fill the void left by Harry Kane, who transferred to Bayern Munich during the summer transfer window. Despite Kane’s exit, Tottenham currently sits at the top of the Premier League standings.
Real Madrid’s recent transfer strategy has focused on signing young, high-potential talents, and Santiago Gimenez perfectly fits that profile. As the January transfer window approaches, expect fierce competition for one of Europe’s most promising strikers.