Mourinho lists Camavinga for exit, City weighs midfield gamble

José Mourinho has informed French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga that he may depart Real Madrid, with the Spanish club having placed the player on its transfer list and offered him to Manchester City, €135 million.

Manchester City are also monitoring World Cup sensation Ayoub Bouaddi as a potential addition. Bouaddi’s inclusion would further diversify City’s recruitment targets.

Real Madrid’s offer leaves open the question of Camavinga’s role in City’s plans. The English club regards the French midfielder as an outside chance rather than a priority.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid’s primary transfer focus is a centre‑back. Alessandro Bastoni of Internazionale currently tops their shortlist.

Bastoni, a defender for Internazionale, has been linked with a move to the Spanish giants. His candidacy rose after Nico Schlotterbeck of Borussia Dortmund suffered a World Cup injury.

Nico Schlotterbeck’s injury at the World Cup removed him from Real Madrid’s considerations. Consequently, Bastoni moved up the priority list for the centre‑back role.

The contrast shows Real Madrid prioritising a centre‑back while Manchester City concentrates on midfield reinforcements, indicating divergent transfer strategies.