Meanwhile, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has opened up on Kylian Mbappe’s decision to turn down Los Blancos. Elsewhere, the Spanish giants want €40 million for Marco Asensio.

On that note, here’s a look at the key Real Madrid transfer stories as on June 16, 2022:

Florentino Perez opens up on Kylian Mbappe snub

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says Kylian Mbappe is no longer the player he was after deciding to stay at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Los Blancos were eager to sign the 23-year-old this summer, but Mbappe turned them down.

Speaking on El Chiringuito TV, Perez said that no player is above the club.

He added:

The Real Madrid president added that he prefers Mbappe to stay at PSG.

Perez also revealed that Los Blancos opted not to sign Erling Haaland due to Karim Benzema.

Real Madrid want €40 million for Marco Asensio

Real Madrid want €40 million to part ways with Marco Asensio this summer, according to Marca via The Hard Tackle.

The Spaniard will enter the final 12 months of his contract next month but is yet to commit himself to the La Liga giants. Talks of an extension have not been fruitful so far, and the 26-year-old could leave if his demands are not met.

If the player continues to stall a new deal, Los Blancos could offload him to avoid losing him for free in a year.

Asensio ended last season with 12 goals and two assists from 42 games across competitions. He’s generating attention from Arsenal and AC Milan ahead of the new season. Los Blancos couldl be willing to let him leave for €40 million.

Los Blancos end Christopher Nkunku pursuit

Los Blancos have shelved their pursuit of Christopher Nkunku, according to Thomas Gonzalez-Martin via The Hard Tackle.

The French forward caught the eye with RB Leipzig last season. The 24-year-old enjoyed a highly fruitful campaign, scoring 35 times and setting up 19 more from 50 games across competitions.

Nkunku’s exploits earned him admirers at the Santiago Bernabeu. Los Blancos identified Nkunku as a potential replacement for Karim Benzema. However, with their transfer business done for the summer, the La Liga giants have decided to target him next year.

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