Real Madrid are the biggest successful side in Europe but that doesn’t mean they are too big for a bargain. David Alaba, Kylian Mbappé, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Tony Rüdiger and Steve McManaman have all moved to the Bernabéu on a free transfer and the Spanish giants are reportedly targeting another soon-to-be out-of-contract star. Myles Lewis-Skelly had a breakthrough year at Arsenal this past season but with his deal expiring next summer he would be free to talk to foreign clubs in January. The Gunners are said to be “relaxed”, but this would not be the first time they have been gazumped by a Spanish rival.
Another elite full-back but at the tail end of his career, Kyle Walker, is garnering interest from Everton after being left out of Manchester City’s Club World Cup squad. José Mourinho and Fenerbahce have already submitted an offer for the 34-year-old but the opportunity to stay in the Premier League could sway the England international to stay in the north-west of England. Any transfer fee would be nominal, with one year left on his deal at City, but Everton would still have to match his substantial wages. Fulham are also said to be interested.
