Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos suffer Jamal Musiala blow, Arda Guler unsettled at club, and more - October 9, 2024

Real Madrid strengthened their attack this summer by roping in Kylian Mbappe and Endrick. The French superstar arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu on a Bosman move following the expiry of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

Meanwhile, Los Blancos have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Jamal Musiala. Elsewhere, Arda Guler is considering his future at the Santiago Bernabeu.

On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from October 9, 2024.

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Real Madrid suffer Jamal Musiala blow

Bayern Munich are confident of tying Jamal Musiala down to a new deal, according to Sky Germany. The German midfielder's contract with the Bavarians expires in 2026 and he is yet to commit his future at the Allianz Arena.

Real Madrid are keeping a close watch on Musiala's situation and want to move for the player next year. Toni Kroos hung up his boots this summer, while Los Blancos could also bid adieu to Luka Modric at the end of this season.

The La Liga giants are planning for midfield reinforcements in 2025 to address the issue and have Musiala on their agenda. However, it now appears that Bayern Munich have already held concrete talks with the 21-year-old's camp regarding a renewal.

The Bundesliga giants have informed the player that he will be offered a massive pay hike, which could tempt him to extend his stay. The report has also rubbished rumors linking the player to Real Madrid and Manchester City.

Arda Guler unsettled at club

Arda Guler is unsettled at Real Madrid, according to SPORT. The Turkish midfielder joined Los Blancos from Fenerbahce in the summer of 2023 and has been in and out of the first team so far.

Last season, Guler registered 12 appearances across competitions as he battled injuries, scoring six goals. The 19-year-old was expected to play a bigger role this campaign at the Santiago Bernabeu, especially since Toni Kroos left the club over the summer.

However, Guler has struggled for chances under Carlo Ancelotti, despite the recent injuries to Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, Dani Ceballos, and Brahim Diaz. The Turkey international has appeared 10 times across competitions, only three of which were from the start.

The player is disillusioned by life under Ancelotti and is now considering an exit to get his career back on track. There was tremendous interest in Guler this summer, but Real Madrid opted to hold on to him. He won't be short of suitors if he decides to pursue a new adventure in 2025.

Carlo Ancelotti wants January reinforcements

Carlo Ancelotti wants Real Madrid to reinforce the squad in January, according to The Athletic. The Italian manager is struggling with injuries to his backline, with Dani Carvajal out for the season after picking up an ACL injury.

Meanwhile, Los Blancos are also without David Alaba, who is still recovering from an ACL injury picked up last season. Academy star Joan Martinez also suffered an ACL injury during pre-season in the summer. The situation has prompted Ancelotti to turn to the January transfer window for solutions.

However, the La Liga giants are not planning to make any signings at the turn of the year. They have traditionally opted against signing players in the winter and that trend is set to continue this year as well.