Real Madrid is interested in signing Kai Havertz from Chelsea as a potential replacement for Karim Benzema, who looks to be off to Saudi Arabia.
Real Madrid is discussing a potential move to sign Havertz as they brace for Benzema’s decision over his future.
The striker has been the subject of an offer from Saudi Arabia that would earn him a staggering €400 million (£344m/$427m).
Havertz scored seven times last season but is seen as possessing a profile similar to Benzema and he is much younger, as he turns 24 this month.
Chelsea need to sell players this summer as they look to trim a bloated squad – but the final decision may come down to new manager Mauricio Pochettino.
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Real Madrid is said to be casting its net far and wide seeking a successor to the Ballon d’Or winner, with Tottenham’s Richarlison also considered, according to Spanish outlet Marca.
Havertz has a contract until 2025 with the Blues, having arrived in 2020 from Bayer Leverkusen.