Real Madrid linked with Palace star

Madrid eye a Palace midfielder for up to £70m as Eze moves to Arsenal signaling a busy transfer window.

Real Madrid target Crystal Palace star amid Eze deal to Arsenal

Real Madrid are reportedly considering a move for a Crystal Palace midfielder with a price tag of up to £70 million. The plan would add a bright midfielder to Madrid's squad as they continue a busy summer of spending, having already dedicated around £154 million to new players. A potential sale to fund the bid could come from Rodrygo, who has faced limited minutes under Xabi Alonso.

Meanwhile Arsenal moved to sign Eberechi Eze after talks with Tottenham, as Havertz injury added urgency for an extra attacker. Palace reportedly kept Eze available for a Conference League qualifier before finalising a deal that could see the England international join the Gunners for around £60 million plus bonuses. Eze's release clause reportedly lapsed last week, and the deal signals a rapid shift in how clubs balance risk and reward during the late stage of the window.

These moves show how the transfer market is driven by risk and timing. Clubs push to secure star power while they navigate inflated prices and the need to balance the books. The pattern of big fees raises questions about sustainability beyond a trophy chase.

Arsenal’s swift swoop demonstrates a new appetite for quick upgrades and strategic timing. For fans, it signals that the window will stay volatile. For Madrid, the test is how far a balance sheet can stretch to chase on pitch success without undermining long term plans.

Highlights

As the window closes, balance sheets may prove as decisive as bold bids.