La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2023/24

[Distraction]

There is nearly zero rumour about Barcelona to make some signings this summer. Maybe it is due to their having problems with La Liga FFP rules. It prevented Barcelona from signing back Messi and Neymar also. Otherwise the return of both of these stars would have been really amazing for the team.    Messi would have absolutely been signed but I guess Neymar would too as there were speculations.

Anyway the only rumour I have heard about recently is their being close to sign the young Turkish star Arda Guler. This would be a quite nice investment for them if they make this deal happen. Apart from that I think they should sign a decent striker too. Because Lewandowski doesn't have a backup striker for himself in the team now.

In case of an injury Barcelona can have serious issues with scoring goals.

[temple]

In the last season, Benzema was not as useful a player as he was before, he had injuries and he did not score goals very well, it was clear that he was not able to reach his optimal form. Vinicius was better, faster and it's not surprising he is younger and I suppose that now he will take the lead in Real Madrid's attack. It was great to see Mbappe in attack with him, I think Real Madrid is working on it now.

Karim Benzema was not fit for goal scoring positions for the Los Blancos due to severe ailments, but he still stood out and proved he's the top striker for Real Madrid.  I recall him delivering the club numerous times in terms of hardback toward goal scoring. Vinicius Jnior, on the other hand, was a tremendous assist for the striker, providing critical passes that led to goals and also scoring himself. One thing I admired about the Brazilian winger was his strong footwork on the ball. Real Madrid will find a suitable substitute for Benzema and strengthen their front lines.

But I think that Benzema had one year that stood out from all the rest of his career and that was when he also won all those personal trophies and the Champions League. But he never really performed like that consistently. He is not Ronaldo. It was time for a change now as Benzema wasn't able to help Real Madrid get into the next round of the Champions League against a superior Manchester City team. Real Madrid knows what is needed now when Manchester City has some of the best players in the world including Haaland and Real is now missing a striker. They need to fill that gap and they couldn't have done it with Benzema due to those injuries because of his age. Vinicius Junior is amazing and a promising left wing player for the future and he in particular needs someone in the middle who converts the chances that Junior is creating.

[Furious 7]

we have to get out of this drama and accept the fact that Mbappe will not be obtained by Real Madrid because it is very unlikely that Madrid will have to spend more money for one player and on the one hand if you manage to get Mbappe this will be an unequal salary between other players and Mbappe.
this salary imbalance makes other players feel unfair and this will affect performance. but let's see if Real Madrid will surprise them by keeping Mbappe or choosing another player. otherwise, maybe Real Madrid will end up being like last season.

Seeing the development of Mbappe's drama, it is very interesting to follow lately. Did Mbappe play Real Madrid's offer for the second time because last season Mbappe also failed to move to Real Madrid. Even though at this time Real Madrid really needs a striker who can replace number nine, which is left by Benzema.

There are currently no signs of Mbappe leaving PSG. Mbappe has signed numerous commercials and documentaries with multiple broadcast channels (PSG). He had planned that he would not move clubs this season and has publicly said that he will stay at PSG for the season and he is not renewing his contract meaning he will be leaving for free. Psg found out about this plan that's why they suddenly forced him to renew his contract which he refused. So psg are selling him now this transfer window but I don't think any club will buy him at such a high price now especially he is a free agent next season.

Actually, if we go back to pull the thread from the beginning there is no word that Madrid also wants Mbappe, it's just that in this case when Mbappe's statement that he will not extend the contract at PSG makes PSG make an ultimatum for sales but in this case Madrid is always carried away because they are one of the clubs that want Mbappe's services.
Actually 200 million in my opinion is still possible because we know Madrid will not back down if they intend to even last season they also tried to bring PSG with 180 million.
Now the rumors are getting bigger and this is actually not directed because neither Mbappe nor Madrid have given any statement and the drama will definitely continue because the media will obviously continue to fry things like this.

[Jody.Drummer]

There are several considerations that must be considered in this matter, because apart from this player it is a business and of course Madrid is also trying to minimize the large amount of finances in recruiting Mbappe if they intend to bring in this player.
We know Mbappe's current value is around 300 million and this certainly exceeds expectations for the price of a player.
Indeed, if we are looking for a replacement for Benzema then Mbappe can be a decent figure and can be used as a benchmark for attack lines, but when the price set by PSG is also very high then surely Madrid will try to play some tricks so they can get Mbappe but at a price that is not too expensive.

Why would Real act quickly and lose nearly 200-300 million just to get him one season early when they are aware that they could get him next season for free? They are not going to offer a lot, maybe they can offer just a bit to get him for one season early and use him for a whole season, that's not a bad thing you can still offer some money for one more season of him, that's good but 300? Of course not.

You do not pay 300 million for just a single season of him and you pay him next season directly instead. Why would I want to pay 300 to the club and 120 to a player when I can just pay 150 million to player and zero to team? That way player would be more happy with me and I would be in so much profit, that's like 3 years of Mbappe instead of 1 more season of him instead.

The reason is quite simple, because Mbappe is a good player so when his contract ends with Paris Saint Germain, there will be many clubs offering proposals to him. Of course if that happens then the salary competition will happen again. Although we know that Real Madrid is the club that he has dreamed of joining since childhood, it doesn't guarantee that he will be willing to just join Real Madrid.

It is a realistic calculation of money, but keep in mind, things like that can't just happen, there will be obstacles that make players fail to join the club. But things are not that simple, there are things that must be considered.

[ShowOff]

Why would Real act quickly and lose nearly 200-300 million just to get him one season early when they are aware that they could get him next season for free?

The problem is only one, PSG will not let Mbappe go for free.

They are not going to offer a lot, maybe they can offer just a bit to get him for one season early and use him for a whole season, that's not a bad thing you can still offer some money for one more season of him, that's good but 300? Of course not.

You do not pay 300 million for just a single season of him and you pay him next season directly instead. Why would I want to pay 300 to the club and 120 to a player when I can just pay 150 million to player and zero to team? That way player would be more happy with me and I would be in so much profit, that's like 3 years of Mbappe instead of 1 more season of him instead.

I don't think it makes any sense at all to expect a player of Kylian Mbappe's caliber for free from a PSG team even if that possibility exists. PSG have spent a lot of money to buy him from Monaco and naturally they expect other teams to also pay them high rates for the same player. It doesn't matter if Real Madrid paid a high price, it's because Mbappe has the quality that is worth his money.

Real Madrid should not wait for Mbappe to be without a club at the end of next season, that's because maybe another team will offer PSG a fantastic value first. Now the logic is like that, if Madrid can bring in Jude Bellingham with a fantastic value, then why is it difficult for them to spend money to bring in Mbappe? Mbappe will not fail at Real Madrid, and it's not like Eden Hazard, Aurélien Tchouameni, or their new signing, Jude Bellingham.

[kawetsriyanto]

Brendan Rodgers must be really annoying for Çağlar due to not letting him play this season. According to Rodgers he wasn't impressive enough in training and didn't deserve to be in the lineup. But I don't think this was really the reason why. I think there was something else behind this and we will never find out about it.

Çağlar couldn't play properly for a very long time because of this but still Atletico Madrid were interested in signing him. This is a really positive thing for him to be honest. This shows how decent defender he is that he can still draw the attention of a big team even in this kind of a situation.

Çağlar Söyüncü is likely to have a personal problem with Brendan Rodgers. I don't think Çağlar Söyüncü couldn't play because he has no good skills/ability. As far as I know, Çağlar Söyüncü was one of the potential defenders, but it is very unfortunate that he rarely played in the last season. Brendan Rodgers isn't professional as a coach, he put a strong defender on the bench.

Atletico Madrid knows that Çağlar Söyüncü is a good defender. It is the time to sign him at a low price, so Atletico Madrid won't miss the chance to sign him. It is lucky for Çağlar Söyüncü that Atletico Madrid wants to sign him, he can play in a better team now.

[GiftedMAN]

Brendan Rodgers must be really annoying for Çağlar due to not letting him play this season. According to Rodgers he wasn't impressive enough in training and didn't deserve to be in the lineup. But I don't think this was really the reason why. I think there was something else behind this and we will never find out about it.

Çağlar couldn't play properly for a very long time because of this but still Atletico Madrid were interested in signing him. This is a really positive thing for him to be honest. This shows how decent defender he is that he can still draw the attention of a big team even in this kind of a situation.

Çağlar Söyüncü is likely to have a personal problem with Brendan Rodgers. I don't think Çağlar Söyüncü couldn't play because he has no good skills/ability. As far as I know, Çağlar Söyüncü was one of the potential defenders, but it is very unfortunate that he rarely played in the last season. Brendan Rodgers isn't professional as a coach, he put a strong defender on the bench.

Atletico Madrid knows that Çağlar Söyüncü is a good defender. It is the time to sign him at a low price, so Atletico Madrid won't miss the chance to sign him. It is lucky for Çağlar Söyüncü that Atletico Madrid wants to sign him, he can play in a better team now.

Soyuncu still wasn't the best of the best. Diego Simeone knows how to groom defenders he will turn into one of the best defenders in Europe in the next few months immediately the league begins.
Players who lacks discipline will definitely be dropped off by the coach and if he is so important  the club shouldn't have backed such a good player to be dropped.
Antonio Conte and Diego Costa had same matters, Diego Costa being dropped didn't make Antonio Conte Unprofessional,  he was just playing a role anyone would.  I will not consider Brendan Rodgers Unprofessional.

[Ndabagi01]

On the other hand I think Real Madrid is also not a typical club who wants star class players with transfer free status like Mbappe's move options. If Madrid wants certain players to be part of them next season, it is almost certain that they can bring it, Perez's cold hands are still very effective to do it.

Mbappe's case appears to be quite difficult to bring to Real Madrid next season. He's always effective with deals like these, and I'm hoping this one will as well. From all indications, Mbappe does not want to stay at PSG and will only leave if the club is okay with him leaving. He wants to part ways on good terms, but the likelihood of that occurring is quite low given the circumstances.

With one year left on Mbappe's contract, PSG would like to sell him for a premium price rather than wait for the term to expire and lose money on his dealings  The first time you were able and and you are not alone and I will . Mbappe wants to join Real Madrid to win trophies but cannot also confidently tell PSG that he’s leaving the club for another.

[Adams0001]

I don't think it makes any sense at all to expect a player of Kylian Mbappe's caliber for free from a PSG team even if that possibility exists. PSG have spent a lot of money to buy him from Monaco and naturally they expect other teams to also pay them high rates for the same player. It doesn't matter if Real Madrid paid a high price, it's because Mbappe has the quality that is worth his money.

Real Madrid should not wait for Mbappe to be without a club at the end of next season, that's because maybe another team will offer PSG a fantastic value first. Now the logic is like that, if Madrid can bring in Jude Bellingham with a fantastic value, then why is it difficult for them to spend money to bring in Mbappe? Mbappe will not fail at Real Madrid, and it's not like Eden Hazard, Aurélien Tchouameni, or their new signing, Jude Bellingham.

PSG spent a lot of money to sign Mbappe and will not let him leave as a free agent, and Madrid will not pay them the money they demand since the wages are too high to sign Mbappe because Real Madrid has already spent a lot of money on new players and will not spend much money again. And I'm sure Mbappe would desire to join Real Madrid, but PSG won't let him go. and he does not want to renew his contract with them, mbappe will not leave PSG if he is not going to Real Madrid, because he has no interest in any team other than Madrid, and if PSG does not sell him this summer, I believe they will lose money. because he would not honor his contract and will come to Madrid for free agent.

[arimamib]

In the last season, Benzema was not as useful a player as he was before, he had injuries and he did not score goals very well, it was clear that he was not able to reach his optimal form. Vinicius was better, faster and it's not surprising he is younger and I suppose that now he will take the lead in Real Madrid's attack. It was great to see Mbappe in attack with him, I think Real Madrid is working on it now.

Even though last season Benzema didn't appear quite impressive for Real Madrid, his performance was also very good. Because statistically he is the top scorer in Real Madrid compared to Vini. Indeed, frequent injuries hindered him in his form but he remained one of the best in the depths of the real madrid team last season.

So next season Joselu will be one of the players who will spearhead Real Madrid on the front lines. I hope he can give his all to help Real Madrid win every game they play. Mbappe is still uncertain and he would be a perfect match for vini if ​​he joins Real Madrid this season.

[wmaurik]

I think Real Madrid can wait another year to add Kylian Mbappe to their free roster. If Psg wants to sell it, they have to agree on a price. He has one year until his contract expires and if they can't sell him in this transfer window, he will be at Real Madrid for free next year. This is something Psg would not want.

If PSG don't want a free transfer to happen to Kylian Mbappe, of course PSG must be able to think about selling Kylian Mbappe before the contract ends. But on the one hand, PSG still really needs players like Kylian Mbappe, so that's what makes PSG dizzy because they can't do anything in these conditions. Although one of them must happen if they don't do anything before Kylian Mbappe's contract expires, PSG still has another option in this case, namely by looking for a replacement for Kylian Mbappe in the current transfer market.

[AndySt]

Even though last season Benzema didn't appear quite impressive for Real Madrid, his performance was also very good. Because statistically he is the top scorer in Real Madrid compared to Vini. Indeed, frequent injuries hindered him in his form but he remained one of the best in the depths of the real madrid team last season. So next season Joselu will be one of the players who will spearhead Real Madrid on the front lines. I hope he can give his all to help Real Madrid win every game they play. Mbappe is still uncertain and he would be a perfect match for vini if ​​he joins Real Madrid this season.

Oh, yes, despite the fact that Benzema was not much like the best example of himself who received the Golden Ball, it is still difficult not to appreciate the contribution and benefit that he brought to the club by his actions. Therefore, Benzema's departure is certainly a loss for the club and there is no certainty that Joselu will definitely be able to replace him. On the other hand, if we consider Josela as an experienced player of the attack, balancing the youth, then we can still agree. But still, this is not the scale and I regard the arrival of this player as an attempt by Real Madrid to at least close the hole that has formed as a result of Benzema's departure.

[len01]

If PSG don't want a free transfer to happen to Kylian Mbappe, of course PSG must be able to think about selling Kylian Mbappe before the contract ends. But on the one hand, PSG still really needs players like Kylian Mbappe, so that's what makes PSG dizzy because they can't do anything in these conditions. Although one of them must happen if they don't do anything before Kylian Mbappe's contract expires, PSG still has another option in this case, namely by looking for a replacement for Kylian Mbappe in the current transfer market.

regarding Real Madrid's drama with Mbappe, it might be very difficult and even if you have to wait for Mbappe's contract to run out, you are also not sure whether Madrid can win over top players to join Real Madrid. but I'm a little sure that Mbappe has a dream to compete in the Champions League final and get the UCL trophy and one of the best ways is to just join Real Madrid.

but I'm a little unsure because PSG themselves have very good finances so there is a possibility that PSG will extend the contract with Mbappe.

[Bobrox]

Looks difficult for Real Madrid signing Mbappe in this summer because he has one year contract left and actually add on clause bonuses receiving by Mbappe if extend until his contract over with PSG. Due transfer fees above 200 million euro, Real Madrid have to reach personal agreement with Mbappe by giving compensation above 90 million euro as bonus if stay with PSG until his contract over. Waiting until Mbappe contract over next season is good ideas for Real Madrid than have spent more than 200 million euro for signing in this summer window transfer.

Currently, Real Madrid not rumor again want to sign Mbappe and seems waiting until his contract over to make easy for signing him and don't spent higher fees transfer anymore.

[borovichok]

Carlo Ancelotti is looking forward to making his fifth acquisition in the summer window, following the arrivals of Fran Garcia, Brahim Diaz, Joselu Mato and Jude Bellingham. Arda Guler, who has been on their radar for a while and is only 18 years old, would be a key player for Real Madrid. Arda Guler turns down the bluagrana deal in favor of Los Blancos. An incredible signing for Real Madrid this summer is Fenerbahce, a young talent from Turkey's top league. He is anticipated to fly to Spain to finish his deal with the club, and documents will be signed as negotiations progress.

[bering]

Osasuna actually can able to finish at 7th place last season and this automatically can make them will playing at Europa Conference League next season through an play off matches but unfortunately they were ban from this competition because of match fixing scandal which is happened 10 years ago i think this is big lost for Osasuna because after 16 years finally Osasuna can playing again at european competitions because last time they were playing at UEFA Cup on 2007 season and they can able qualified to semifinal at that time but the scandal has shattered their dreams and now UEFA officially has decide the team that is in 8th position Bilbao will replace Osasuna and they will playing at this competition next season

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

In this phase, it is a difficult choice for PSG to let go of its players. however, if Mbappe is adamant about sticking to his statement by not extending his contract. that means, PSG will look for a strong candidate club that wants the services of this player from France. but are there many clubs willing to bring in Mbappe with a fantastic salary, the only realistic team is Madrid. Madrid can bring in Mbappe, even the problem of salary is not a big problem for them it seems. in particular, currently Don Carlo has only signed Joselu "as far as I know". thus, it is possible that Madrid will propose to Mbappe even though the President of Madrid previously stated that he would not bring in another striker. but, anything can happen.

Salary will not be a problem for Real Madrid and so far they have never thought about this problem because Real Madrid has the ability to deal with big salary problems. For PSG it will be a big loss when this summer's transfer market does not sell Mbappe, because of the player's statement that he will not renew his contract again. If after the transfer market closes and Real Madrid don't manage to bring in a quality striker then I'm sure they will have a hard time competing especially in the Champions League.

Harry Kane could also be Real Madrid's choice if Mbappe is not released by PSG, but again as you are talking about Tottenham set a pretty fantastic price and Real Madrid are not alone in pursuing the player's signature because Bayern Munich are reportedly getting closer to Harry Kane

[uswa56]

Carlo Ancelotti is looking forward to making his fifth acquisition in the summer window, following the arrivals of Fran Garcia, Brahim Diaz, Joselu Mato and Jude Bellingham. Arda Guler, who has been on their radar for a while and is only 18 years old, would be a key player for Real Madrid. Arda Guler turns down the bluagrana deal in favor of Los Blancos. An incredible signing for Real Madrid this summer is Fenerbahce, a young talent from Turkey's top league. He is anticipated to fly to Spain to finish his deal with the club, and documents will be signed as negotiations progress.

Since Carlo Ancelotti to Real Madrid many differences have been made, now Real Madrid is focused on developing and buying potential young players in contrast to before when they spent a lot of money to buy star players at very high prices.
It's a very good process for the team I think and so far the mix of young and senior players that Carlo Ancelotti has applied in Real Madrid's game has been very effective.

Real Madrid's current targeted young players have potential and that has made it possible for this team to maximize the talents of young players for a long time, the steps taken by Carlo Ancelotti at this time I think are very appropriate.

[Litzki1990]

Carlo Ancelotti is looking forward to making his fifth acquisition in the summer window, following the arrivals of Fran Garcia, Brahim Diaz, Joselu Mato and Jude Bellingham. Arda Guler, who has been on their radar for a while and is only 18 years old, would be a key player for Real Madrid. Arda Guler turns down the bluagrana deal in favor of Los Blancos. An incredible signing for Real Madrid this summer is Fenerbahce, a young talent from Turkey's top league. He is anticipated to fly to Spain to finish his deal with the club, and documents will be signed as negotiations progress.

Since Carlo Ancelotti to Real Madrid many differences have been made, now Real Madrid is focused on developing and buying potential young players in contrast to before when they spent a lot of money to buy star players at very high prices.
It's a very good process for the team I think and so far the mix of young and senior players that Carlo Ancelotti has applied in Real Madrid's game has been very effective.

Real Madrid's current targeted young players have potential and that has made it possible for this team to maximize the talents of young players for a long time, the steps taken by Carlo Ancelotti at this time I think are very appropriate.

Real Madrid sign players that we have never heard of before signing. Signing young talent proves they are always better than other clubs in finding players. A few days ago Real Madrid signed a talented rising star Brazilian who we have never heard of before but we all know about his skills and abilities after Real Madrid signed him. Endrick is Real Madrid's upcoming superstar who will join Real Madrid's camp in July 2024. Earlier, Real Madrid scouted two Brazilian stars and it would not be wrong to say that they are now the most important players of the club.

[Ahli38]

Mbappe transfer process needs to be completed immediately by Real Madrid if they want the position left by Benzema to be filled by the player Perez has always wanted to be in the Real Madrid squad. PSG who wanted Mbappe price to be too high made Real Madrid steps stop immediately, Real Madrid considered that the price asked by PSG was too high, which made the negotiation process fail. A personal agreement with Mbappe's representative will not change anything for Real Madrid. When a club is willing to pay Mbappe's release clause as desired by PSG, Real Madrid must be prepared to lose the player they have been after so far playing for another club.

Correct. Even though it would be extraordinary if Real Madrid dared to redeem the current Mbappe from PSG. Because waiting until next season until Mbappe and PSG's contracts run out. so I think until then it's not certain that Mbappe will go to Real Madrid. It is possible that at that time Mbappe would be more interested in going to another club with a higher offer. because we know that many other big clubs like clubs from the premier league also want Mbappe. one of them is Manchester United. even if Manchester United was successfully acquired by Sheikh Jassim. then I think it is possible that Manchester United with its new owner will dare to pay a high price for Mbappe.

Real Madrid needs a replacement for Benzema ASAP. Mbappe is the only player that will fit into such position and Real Madrid knows this. Waiting till next season will be over is a smart one but will Real Madrid accept to be defeated in UCL just as it happened last season. This is what should be put into consideration before they conclude their decision. If PSG is asking for too much,I think that it is because they know that this is the only opportunity for then to make profit from Mbappe whose performance didnt impressed them last season. On the other hand if Real Madrid can afford the price then I see no reason why they wouldn't go for him. He is a good player and a game changer.

Well that's what I mean. Real Madrid must have thorough preparations as early as possible. Because I think that Real Madrid can't afford to fall again in the coming season. They can't get worse, especially now that Benzema has left. And I think the arrival of Joselu will not be able to replace Benzema. The only option is indeed to rush to get Mbappe's signature immediately. Financially, Real Madrid can definitely bring in Mbappe at the price currently being offered. But it seems that there are other things that have not been made public that have prevented Real Madrid from being too hasty in making decisions and also not in a hurry in making offers.