Real Madrid Transfer News: AS reports that both Crystal Palace and Real Madrid are interested in signing Brazilian international Matheus Franca. A scout from the Eagles has been to Brazil to check out the 19-year-old central midfielder. Meanwhile, Flamengo has a €200 million release clause for the teenager in his contract.
Growing up in Brazil, Matheus Franca played youth football with Olaria Atletico Clube. However, his stock has increased when he joined Flamengo in 2017 at the age of 12. The Brazilian prodigy has progressed and grown in height since then.
The Flamengo midfielder, now 19 years old, made his debut with the first squad in December 2021 at the age of 17. He has already played in a total of 43 games for the Brazilian club, scoring eight times. Real Madrid and Crystal Palace are among the clubs who have shown interest in Franca because of his development.
Newcastle United showed interest in the adolescent phenomenon during the January transfer window. Even if the Magpies’ hoped-for winter transfer didn’t happen, they’re still enthusiastic. However, in the next summer transfer window, Real Madrid and Crystal Palace are increasing their pursuit of the kid.
Real Madrid Transfer News: Along with Real Madrid, Crystal Palace is also interested in signing 19-year-old Brazilian midfielder Matheus Franca
According to the article, a representative from Crystal Palace recently traveled to Brazil in order to see Franca play. With Wilfried Zaha’s future in doubt, it’s easy to see why the Brazilian midfielder, age 19, has garnered so much attention. The Ivorian international is a free agent and may be replaced by the adaptable Franca.
Real Madrid might see the young talent as a potential replacement for Luka Modric. The 37-year-old Croatian international is still a force to be reckoned with. Real Madrid should look for a player to provide depth to their midfield. However, the Merengues have competition for the kid from a number of other big teams.
Furthermore, the 19-year-old Brazilian midfielder has been linked to Arsenal in recent publications. Meanwhile, Flamengo has a €200 million release clause for Franca in his contract. His contract doesn’t expire in Brazil until 2028, so the club isn’t going to accept a bargain price. Whether or if Real Madrid and Crystal Palace can reach a deal for the player is a fascinating story to follow.
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