Real Madrid had defined the two full-back positions as areas to strengthen next summer, but it seems that they will have to start from scratch in the search for a new left-back. Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies’ contract expires next summer and Los Blancos reached an agreement with him in March, but now they are giving up.
According to Cadena SER, through Sport, Real Madrid is beginning to feel that Davies is a lost cause. Los Blancos are frustrated that he has not responded to their latest offer, while contract negotiations with Bayern Munich continue. Barcelona remain in talks with his agent, hoping Hansi Flick’s relationship with Davies will allow them in, but Bayern are now optimistic about a deal.
Ferran: “Flick gives me freedom and confidence.”
— Barcacentre (@barcacentre) December 11, 2024
Relations between Los Blancos and Davies have cooled and Davies no longer prioritizes their conversations above others. Real Madrid will not be involved in a financial battle over his signing, and if he does not give them the green light in early January, they will focus their attention elsewhere. Bayern are pushing hard for his signing, while Barcelona needs time to sort out their finances, time they may not have.
Earlier on Thursday it was reported that Davies had doubts about how much Real Madrid really wanted him after they delayed a move in the spring. Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea are also monitoring his situation, but it seems that Bayern are now the big favorites to retain the Canadian star.