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Sources: Liverpool ahead of Chelsea after two rounds of talks over €50m transfer
I can reveal a major update on Eduardo Camavinga’s future after I previously reported here on contacts.
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At the time, it looked highly unlikely that Real Madrid would consider a sale, but that has changed, and there’s now even more interest in the France international.
As first reported here via the Daily Briefing, I’m told that Liverpool have had fresh contacts with those close to Camavinga, as have Chelsea.
This follows the recent update from Matteo Moretto that Real Madrid were in fact ready to listen to offers for Camavinga this summer, possibly for as little as €50m.
“There’s the growing sense that Camavinga’s time at Real Madrid is coming towards its end,” one source told me. “They’re not actively pushing him out, but privately they’re prepared to consider selling for the right price.”
Liverpool leading Eduardo Camavinga transfer chase
For now, it looks like the strongest interest is coming from Liverpool, who have been keen on Camavinga for some time.
The 23-year-old has been discussed internally at LFC, and they’ve now also had two separate meetings with the player’s entourage.
It’s not yet clear if this will definitely lead to formal negotiations with Real Madrid, but that should be something we’ll find out about soon.
Chelsea are also in the mix, with the Blues big admirers of Camavinga’s profile as they look to add another top young midfielder to their squad amid doubts over Enzo Fernandez’s future. Read here to find out their other targets in that position.
“Liverpool and Chelsea are both working to establish themselves with those close to Camavinga,” one source explained. “For now, Liverpool have done slightly more work on this deal, but it will likely be an open race.”
Eduardo Camavinga hasn’t fulfilled potential at Real Madrid
Camavinga has long been highly regarded in the game, first playing for former club Rennes as a teenager.
Whilst clearly someone with enormous potential, Camavinga hasn’t quite found his feet at Real Madrid, filling in as a utility player due to his versatility.
The Frenchman would probably benefit from having more of a key role in a set position, so it will be interesting to see if Liverpool and Chelsea can offer him that.
It’s still a risk, however, for Los Blancos to let him go unless they are confident of securing a top class replacement to bolster their midfield.
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