La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2024/25

[Raflesia]

I feel like last season Real didn't had the bench they wanted, the defense of Militao and Rudiger looked alright but that was literally all they had for a while, I believe they needed more bench. This season they actually do not have a proper striker, they may use Asensio as striker at some games but he is not good enough level to be their main striker for every game, he will play 20+ games for sure, and play in many subbed in from bench situations, but not be in the starting eleven for most games. This season, the difference is that they have a bigger bench, not only a bigger bench but even if bench players end up playing, they will end up putting in some other players into bench as well so its a big roster now. That should help them with this big huge schedule they have.

The priority for Real Madrid right now is the need for Strikers. After Benzema's departure from the team, they still could not transfer a quality name to this region. They do not have big problems in defense, but of course, they may want to transfer to the defense. I think they should devote the budget to striker transfers instead. Joselu can be a good backup striker and needs a star striker.

Now, Madrid is still a little passive when it comes to player transfers.
After bringing back 3 of their previous players Joselu, Fran Garcia and Brahim Diaz as well as of course with 2 additional players Arda Guller and Jude this time they don't seem too interested in bringing strikers.
It's probably just a strategy to stay out of the media eye and they're probably still waiting to see how the Mbappe and PSG drama plays out but they should realise that the summer transfer window is almost up so if they're still not satisfied they should start moving again on signings unless they're satisfied with some of the players coming to Madrid.

[Furious 7]

I have seen a rumour linking Neymar with Real Madrid. Is there any truth in this? Because it doesn't feel like Real Madrid would like to sign him by paying his high demands now. He has been an injury-prone player for a long time as you know. This would be a risky transfer for Real Madrid honestly. It would be the same for any other European team as well.

I think there are only two options for Neymar from now on. One of them is the MLS and the other one is Saudi Arabia.

I think this will just be a rumor that will not be clear because looking at the conditions and club history of Neymar I think it's difficult. In addition, expensive prices and large salaries will also be a barrier to this rumor being realized.
The condition of Neymar and Madrid is difficult to happen unless Neymar is ready for the ridicule of Barcelona fans like what happened to Figo a few decades ago.
On the other hand, I also don't really expect Madrid to bring him because I think there are still many better candidates when talking about players. Even though Neymar is one of the very good players but his time is almost over for him.

top player are usually always linked with big teams as it happened Mbappe was linked with Madrid and now Neymar is the source of the talk of the rumours. Lol
those rumour really make no sense to me and are not going to come true and now let think realistically if Real Madrid can afford to spend huge sums of money for Neymar why not just take Mbappe who is easier and without the scars of injury? even though they spend a lot of money.
from here we can learn that sometimes rumors are exaggerated and don't make sense.

and one hand, Madrid doesn't want to chase too much or get expensive players without good contributions and it's better to wait for these top players to leave their team for free and offer salaries according to Real Madrid strengths.

That's the point.
It would be a waste of money for Madrid to bring Neymar, who is not in the best condition. He is still recovering and will need time to adapt again after last season he was injured and took a very long break.
The price and salary conditions will not be comparable even though we know that he is a great player but it will not be too comparable with his current condition.
Neymar's time is almost up and this is likely to only increase media traffic so that they are ogled with some hot news but for the possibility of Neymar joining Madrid the chances are slim to none I think.

[snipie]

That's the point.
It would be a waste of money for Madrid to bring Neymar, who is not in the best condition. He is still recovering and will need time to adapt again after last season he was injured and took a very long break.
The price and salary conditions will not be comparable even though we know that he is a great player but it will not be too comparable with his current condition.
Neymar's time is almost up and this is likely to only increase media traffic so that they are ogled with some hot news but for the possibility of Neymar joining Madrid the chances are slim to none I think.

Neymar will remain with PSG whether the club fans liked the idea or not. He was with Enrique in Barcelona and with all problems the club has with Mbappe, then Neymar position should be safe. Besides there isn't many rumours about clubs interested in signing him. Even Saudi clubs didn't try hard to bring him to their league. Hopefully he could help PSG in these hard moments..

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

The priority for Real Madrid right now is the need for Strikers. After Benzema's departure from the team, they still could not transfer a quality name to this region. They do not have big problems in defense, but of course, they may want to transfer to the defense. I think they should devote the budget to striker transfers instead. Joselu can be a good backup striker and needs a star striker.

A striker is a priority that must be recruited immediately by Real Madrid and they must get a player who has quality. Until now Mbappe and Hary Kane, who are reported to be the targets of Real Madrid, have not received certainty and even Bayern Munich has been linked with Hary Kane, although for now there is no clarity regarding their future. If Harry Kane goes to Bayern Munich then Mbappe is one of the best options, but until now Real Madrid has also not been able to make an agreement with PSG regarding Mbappe.

Joselu is better off as a cover for the main striker because his experience is not yet tested and he needs adaptation when he plays regularly for Real Madrid. For other positions Real Madrid has quality players and so far there hasn't been a problem. The front line must be a priority so that next season you don't lose a goalscorer who has strong instincts.

[rendravolt]

Tomorrow will be the first pre-season game for Real Madrid and the opponent will be AC Milan. I'm very curious how the Real Madrid squad has developed over the summer and how many talented players they have brought in so far. Maybe I want to focus on Bellingham, Arda Guler, Brahim Diaz, Fran Garcia and also Joselu considering that these five players can be an important axis for the continuity of the Real Madrid squad next season, while for the other players I am very sure they can give good results.

On the other hand, maybe I also want to see how Carlo Ancelotti will provide a strategy for his new squad. We know that Carlo Ancelotti has used the 4-3-3 formation very often and whether he will use the 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1 formation as has been widely rumored.

[superman184]

Neymar will remain with PSG whether the club fans liked the idea or not. He was with Enrique in Barcelona and with all problems the club has with Mbappe, then Neymar position should be safe. Besides there isn't many rumours about clubs interested in signing him. Even Saudi clubs didn't try hard to bring him to their league. Hopefully he could help PSG in these hard moments..

It would also be great if Neymar stayed at PSG, because he might still be able to help PSG next season along with some of the new players that PSG have signed this summer. In addition, with Neymar staying at PSG, of course the PSG team will not be weak next season if the players can be compact enough to carry out the instructions from their coach. I also hope that PSG can become very strong next season so that the PSG team can provide quite fierce competition in the Champions League next season.

[rahmad2nd]

The priority for Real Madrid right now is the need for Strikers. After Benzema's departure from the team, they still could not transfer a quality name to this region. They do not have big problems in defense, but of course, they may want to transfer to the defense. I think they should devote the budget to striker transfers instead. Joselu can be a good backup striker and needs a star striker.

As I have often discussed in previous posts, the fact is that we did not see Madrid being active in this summer's transfer window. especially, after they signed Joselu. in fact, the fact is that Madrid prefers to recruit midfielders and one of them is Arda Guler. After that, we rarely hear rumors that Don Carlo will be eyeing a striker who will succeed Karim Benzema.

Well, I have said in the previous post. it seems, Madrid has another scenario. it could be, Madrid actually has a pre-contract agreement with Mbeppe for the 2024 season. or, Madrid is planning another scenario. it could also be, Madrid has prepared to make its bid to PSG for Mbappe. for sure, this summer transfer window still has a time lag. all possibilities can happen, it's even possible if Madrid really won't bring in a potential successor to succeeding Benzema other than Joselu. there are no other words, other than we just have to wait at least until this summer's transfer window has closed.

[sana54210]

Neymar is still a good player. One of the best current players if you ask me. If he can find a way to reduce his wages and stay fit, I do not doubt in my heart that Neymar would end the season among the top five best players in Europe.
He still has all it takes to be in Europe. Not many players possess the kind of qualities that Neymar has.

Of course he is still a really great player. He still makes a huge contribution to PSG in times he plays games. But the problem is that the number of games he played in hasn't been at a satisfying level for a long time. He faced an injury problem in the previous season as well and missed so many games.

Otherwise PSG wouldn't be eager to sell him I assume. Just look at his statistics in even 29 games: 18 goals, 17 assists. I wish he wasn't an injury-prone player. If he was there for PSG in the Champions League more often then their title chance would have even higher too.

When he plays he is a marvelous player and nobody could deny that he does what he does very well. However, we need to remember that it is not going to be that easy for him to actually end up with a different solution to his body, like if he is injury prone then he is injury prone and he has to learn to live with that.

PSG may want to get rid of him because of this, and he is hard to sell due to all his injuries as well, considering he costs a lot as well but at the same time they could just sell him for cheap, in which case teams would want him even just for his jersey sales on that matter. I hope that he ends up in a good team, and they are going to end up doing something that would be a lot better for them on the long run.

[hahay]

Neymar will remain with PSG whether the club fans liked the idea or not. He was with Enrique in Barcelona and with all problems the club has with Mbappe, then Neymar position should be safe. Besides there isn't many rumours about clubs interested in signing him. Even Saudi clubs didn't try hard to bring him to their league. Hopefully he could help PSG in these hard moments..

It would also be great if Neymar stayed at PSG, because he might still be able to help PSG next season along with some of the new players that PSG have signed this summer. In addition, with Neymar staying at PSG, of course the PSG team will not be weak next season if the players can be compact enough to carry out the instructions from their coach. I also hope that PSG can become very strong next season so that the PSG team can provide quite fierce competition in the Champions League next season.

After all, the issue of Neymar return to Barcelona will certainly not become a reality. Because anyway, Neymar also still has an expensive fee and of course, Barcelona will also not be able to fulfill his wishes. Also, at this moment there are no strong rumors about Neymar departure from PSG although maybe, Neymar is linked to play in the Saudi Professional League I think it is also just a rumor. So yes, in any case next season Neymar will still play at PSG and thus, will be closer to the end of his contract at PSG at the age of 31 years now.

[klidex]

The priority for Real Madrid right now is the need for Strikers. After Benzema's departure from the team, they still could not transfer a quality name to this region. They do not have big problems in defense, but of course, they may want to transfer to the defense. I think they should devote the budget to striker transfers instead. Joselu can be a good backup striker and needs a star striker.

As I have often discussed in previous posts, the fact is that we did not see Madrid being active in this summer's transfer window. especially, after they signed Joselu. in fact, the fact is that Madrid prefers to recruit midfielders and one of them is Arda Guler. After that, we rarely hear rumors that Don Carlo will be eyeing a striker who will succeed Karim Benzema.

Well, I have said in the previous post. it seems, Madrid has another scenario. it could be, Madrid actually has a pre-contract agreement with Mbeppe for the 2024 season. or, Madrid is planning another scenario. it could also be, Madrid has prepared to make its bid to PSG for Mbappe. for sure, this summer transfer window still has a time lag. all possibilities can happen, it's even possible if Madrid really won't bring in a potential successor to succeeding Benzema other than Joselu. there are no other words, other than we just have to wait at least until this summer's transfer window has closed.

That make sense but according to what I know Real madrid expect Kylian Mbappe to join this club but seems to prefer to wait to get it for free and currently prefer to recruit young players to train and create new, stronger talent like this Arda Guler.
The problem right now is indeed very complicated that Mbappe experiencing with his own club and I agree if you say maybe Real Madrid and Mbappe have secretly agree to join and wait one year until his contract expires.
I just can't imagine if Kylian Mbappe actually does join Real Madrid how strong this club is and it is very possible to shift Barcelona position and be able to compete strongly with City in the champions league later.
But let see what will happen later because this news is full of uncertainties

[zuzie]

I feel like last season Real didn't had the bench they wanted, the defense of Militao and Rudiger looked alright but that was literally all they had for a while, I believe they needed more bench. This season they actually do not have a proper striker, they may use Asensio as striker at some games but he is not good enough level to be their main striker for every game, he will play 20+ games for sure, and play in many subbed in from bench situations, but not be in the starting eleven for most games. This season, the difference is that they have a bigger bench, not only a bigger bench but even if bench players end up playing, they will end up putting in some other players into bench as well so its a big roster now. That should help them with this big huge schedule they have.

The priority for Real Madrid right now is the need for Strikers. After Benzema's departure from the team, they still could not transfer a quality name to this region. They do not have big problems in defense, but of course, they may want to transfer to the defense. I think they should devote the budget to striker transfers instead. Joselu can be a good backup striker and needs a star striker.

So far it looks normal, not too ambitious and in a hurry
I don't know what Carlo Ancelotti is planning because they seem relax in response to the impact of Benzema's departure, whether they are waiting for an agreement with a striker which is currently being talk about or is Ancelotti quite confident in the abilities of Vinícius Junior, Rodrygo and friends.
What is certain is that we are looking forward to a new era for Real Madrid after almost all of the senior players have officially left the club

[KTChampions]

Real Madrid are looking for a centre-forward now not a winger. Neymar can't be their focus at the moment. It doesn't make sense. I know Mbappe isn't playing just like a centre-forward. He is taking a huge responsibility in multiple areas. But technically he is just the kind of a player they would make use of now. Him and Vinicius can do an amazing work together. Compared to Benzema, Mbappe's style is much more different. But actually I believe Vinicius can even play more comfortably with Mbappe.

They are both very quick players who can be deadly against any kind of opponent together. But if this transfer doesn't happen I will be expecting for Real Madrid to look for another player performing in the same position this summer.

Judging by the way PSG are behaving (they didn't include Mbappe on their tour of Japan) they are on edge and they know full well that they have to sell Mbappe now. I will be very surprised if this transfer does not happen soon. I will be happy with this transition, because in this case the restructuring of Real Madrid can be considered practically completed. But on the other hand, watching the scandal - PSG - Mbappe is also interesting, if he stays at PSG, then it will be a hyper scandalous season 

[shogun47]

Mbappe is the only interesting topic for the public right now and I doubt that Real Madrid is putting all eggs in one basket and only negotiate with Mbappe. I am sure that there is more going on without anyone taking notice of it. They wouldn't be Real Madrid if they were not negotiating with many players at the same time. I know there is a rule that they are supposed to make an official request for players that are not free agents within the next six months or so, but who believes that they really stick to that rule?

Mbappe's club switch is now in everyone's spotlight. At the moment most fans might want Mbappe to join Real Madrid as soon as possible because a player like him definitely needs a club like Real Madrid. However, Mbappe's club change is undoubtedly going to be very interesting as there have been long rumors about Mbappe's club change but Mbappe's club change has not been done so far. It is doubtful whether Mbappe will change clubs at all this season. As in the previous season Mbappe agreed to the huge offer given by PSG, maybe this season PSG will try to retain Mbappe and give Mbappe the kind of facilities he needs to keep Mbappe.

Real Madrid seems to be the most obvious club for him, but I would have also liked if Manchester City tried to sign him and he could become a left wing attacker there. Together with Haaland they would be a crazy offensive duo, but I guess that is not going to happen. Although I wonder whether there have ever been any approaches by Manchester Cit to check out whether they would have a chance or whether they don't even need to try. They would be able to do it in terms of the finances, but it would almost be too good to be true if that were to happen.

[Marvell1]

It would also be great if Neymar stayed at PSG, because he might still be able to help PSG next season along with some of the new players that PSG have signed this summer. In addition, with Neymar staying at PSG, of course the PSG team will not be weak next season if the players can be compact enough to carry out the instructions from their coach. I also hope that PSG can become very strong next season so that the PSG team can provide quite fierce competition in the Champions League next season.

After all, the issue of Neymar return to Barcelona will certainly not become a reality. Because anyway, Neymar also still has an expensive fee and of course, Barcelona will also not be able to fulfill his wishes. Also, at this moment there are no strong rumors about Neymar departure from PSG although maybe, Neymar is linked to play in the Saudi Professional League I think it is also just a rumor. So yes, in any case next season Neymar will still play at PSG and thus, will be closer to the end of his contract at PSG at the age of 31 years now.

Neymar is not returning to Barcelona. He left that part of his career far behind himself. And how can Barcelona afford Neymar? They are in financial trouble right now. Affording Neymar is a dream for Barcelona right now. Neymar seems to be ready to leave PSG. I didn't know if Neymar will play in Saudi League or not. If he does end up going to the Saudi League, he will be ending his career without actually being able to unlock his true potential. He is getting old. But I believe he still has a lot to offer to any top-level club. The only problem and probably the biggest problem for him is probably his injury situation.

[Falconer]

-snip-

Real Madrid seems to be the most obvious club for him, but I would have also liked if Manchester City tried to sign him and he could become a left wing attacker there. Together with Haaland they would be a crazy offensive duo, but I guess that is not going to happen. Although I wonder whether there have ever been any approaches by Manchester Cit to check out whether they would have a chance or whether they don't even need to try. They would be able to do it in terms of the finances, but it would almost be too good to be true if that were to happen.

PSG can sell Kylian Mbappe to any team as long as they make good profit as expected. While Real Madrid is a team that has shown good interest in Mbappe, I don't think Real Madrid will spend that much money to realize their plans. Kylian Mbappe is good for Real Madrid, but they won't be the only team who will be in the race.

Manchester City could sign Kylian Mbappe because they have enough money to do so, but I'm not sure if Pep Guardiola has any plans for that player. Mbappe can play as a winger and also as a centre-forward, but of course that's too good to be true.

[fuguebtc]

Real Madrid are looking for a centre-forward now not a winger. Neymar can't be their focus at the moment. It doesn't make sense. I know Mbappe isn't playing just like a centre-forward. He is taking a huge responsibility in multiple areas. But technically he is just the kind of a player they would make use of now. Him and Vinicius can do an amazing work together. Compared to Benzema, Mbappe's style is much more different. But actually I believe Vinicius can even play more comfortably with Mbappe.
They are both very quick players who can be deadly against any kind of opponent together. But if this transfer doesn't happen I will be expecting for Real Madrid to look for another player performing in the same position this summer.

Judging by the way PSG are behaving (they didn't include Mbappe on their tour of Japan) they are on edge and they know full well that they have to sell Mbappe now. I will be very surprised if this transfer does not happen soon. I will be happy with this transition, because in this case the restructuring of Real Madrid can be considered practically completed. But on the other hand, watching the scandal - PSG - Mbappe is also interesting, if he stays at PSG, then it will be a hyper scandalous season 

First of all, I don’t think Neymar will be sufficient for Real Madrid. Neymar will play in the left-wing position. But they already have vini Junior for that. So that will create some tension between the players and also in the club. I don’t think Real Madrid needs that at this moment. Bringing in neymar is going to be a bad decision. And Real Madrid surely does not want to pay a lot of money for a player who is going to be insured for most of the season.

At the same time, it will be very interesting to see if Dst actually shows true interest in selling Mbappé. I don’t think they are still actually serious about it. I believe there should get serious because otherwise they are going to lose the player for free.

[Polkeins]

-snip-

Real Madrid seems to be the most obvious club for him, but I would have also liked if Manchester City tried to sign him and he could become a left wing attacker there. Together with Haaland they would be a crazy offensive duo, but I guess that is not going to happen. Although I wonder whether there have ever been any approaches by Manchester Cit to check out whether they would have a chance or whether they don't even need to try. They would be able to do it in terms of the finances, but it would almost be too good to be true if that were to happen.

PSG can sell Kylian Mbappe to any team as long as they make good profit as expected. While Real Madrid is a team that has shown good interest in Mbappe, I don't think Real Madrid will spend that much money to realize their plans. Kylian Mbappe is good for Real Madrid, but they won't be the only team who will be in the race.

Manchester City could sign Kylian Mbappe because they have enough money to do so, but I'm not sure if Pep Guardiola has any plans for that player. Mbappe can play as a winger and also as a centre-forward, but of course that's too good to be true.

I think Mbappe, like last time, is just using Real Madrid as an excuse to raise his salary and get a bigger contract, for 5 years, so that it will last until his old age.
I think if Mbappe really wanted to move to Real Madrid, he would have done it a long time ago, because he has good relations with the club's management and it is always possible to make a deal and sell him now for more money than to let him go as a free player in a year.

So PSG are generally interested in selling the player, and you can sell anywhere, even to Tottenham, because hardly rivals in the French league can afford to buy Mbappe.

[tiCeR]

It would also be great if Neymar stayed at PSG, because he might still be able to help PSG next season along with some of the new players that PSG have signed this summer. In addition, with Neymar staying at PSG, of course the PSG team will not be weak next season if the players can be compact enough to carry out the instructions from their coach. I also hope that PSG can become very strong next season so that the PSG team can provide quite fierce competition in the Champions League next season.

After all, the issue of Neymar return to Barcelona will certainly not become a reality. Because anyway, Neymar also still has an expensive fee and of course, Barcelona will also not be able to fulfill his wishes. Also, at this moment there are no strong rumors about Neymar departure from PSG although maybe, Neymar is linked to play in the Saudi Professional League I think it is also just a rumor. So yes, in any case next season Neymar will still play at PSG and thus, will be closer to the end of his contract at PSG at the age of 31 years now.

Neymar is not returning to Barcelona. He left that part of his career far behind himself. And how can Barcelona afford Neymar? They are in financial trouble right now. Affording Neymar is a dream for Barcelona right now. Neymar seems to be ready to leave PSG. I didn't know if Neymar will play in Saudi League or not. If he does end up going to the Saudi League, he will be ending his career without actually being able to unlock his true potential. He is getting old. But I believe he still has a lot to offer to any top-level club. The only problem and probably the biggest problem for him is probably his injury situation.

Being able to afford Neymar is not a dream of almost any highly ambitious club because what is Neymar good for when he is almost permanently injured? If there was a coefficient consisting of the transfer fee, the salary and the effectiveness of a player comprising goal contributions, I think Neymar is quite bad. It should also include games played out of total potential games in order to take into account that a player was not available due to injury.

The money a player like Neymar would cost Barcelona to sign him and to also transfer him in the first place, would be much better invested in two or three other players who can significantly raise the qualify of the team and are really available throughout the season and Xavi can count on them. It is not the time to go after names, but to go after talent.

[Ayers]

The priority for Real Madrid right now is the need for Strikers. After Benzema's departure from the team, they still could not transfer a quality name to this region. They do not have big problems in defense, but of course, they may want to transfer to the defense. I think they should devote the budget to striker transfers instead. Joselu can be a good backup striker and needs a star striker.

A striker is a priority that must be recruited immediately by Real Madrid and they must get a player who has quality. Until now Mbappe and Hary Kane, who are reported to be the targets of Real Madrid, have not received certainty and even Bayern Munich has been linked with Hary Kane, although for now there is no clarity regarding their future. If Harry Kane goes to Bayern Munich then Mbappe is one of the best options, but until now Real Madrid has also not been able to make an agreement with PSG regarding Mbappe.
Joselu is better off as a cover for the main striker because his experience is not yet tested and he needs adaptation when he plays regularly for Real Madrid. For other positions Real Madrid has quality players and so far there hasn't been a problem. The front line must be a priority so that next season you don't lose a goalscorer who has strong instincts.

I believe Real Madrid does not have a big problem with the striker. Joselu can certainly do the work for Real Madrid. But is it going to be good enough? Benzema was a one season wonder for Real Madrid. He was not able to perform well in the last season and Real Madrid suffered a lot. I also think that Real Madrid was counting on Benzema, a little too much to be honest.

Of course, it would be better for Real Madrid if they can get Mbappé,  Harry Kane or Victor Osimhen. But the problem is Victor Osimhen is not leaving napoli. Tottenham is trying hard not to sell Harry Kane and that’s why they are giving him a huge price tag. And we all love the drama around Mbappé. I think Joselu will be above average for Real Madrid. But I don’t think being above-average is going to be enough for Real Madrid.

[ginsan]

I think this will just be a rumor that will not be clear because looking at the conditions and club history of Neymar I think it's difficult. In addition, expensive prices and large salaries will also be a barrier to this rumor being realized.
The condition of Neymar and Madrid is difficult to happen unless Neymar is ready for the ridicule of Barcelona fans like what happened to Figo a few decades ago.
On the other hand, I also don't really expect Madrid to bring him because I think there are still many better candidates when talking about players. Even though Neymar is one of the very good players but his time is almost over for him.

As far as I know, these rumors are unfounded or just thrown up as a trigger for a reaction against PSG where they want to sell Mbappe in this transfer window and at the same time Neymar is linked to this situation. Of course it doesn't make sense because neymar still wants to stay at psg for next season. Moreover, PSG will be coached by Luis Enrique next season so that Neymar will be very comfortable about his future situation at PSG.

Even I agree that Neymar will not return to a rival team if he returns to Laliga. For now, Neymar is often associated with Arsenal and Manchester United. But for that no official offer came to him in this transfer window. Neymar has said that he is comfortable at PSG and does not want to leave in the near future.