Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies caught in Barcelona and Real Madrid's tug of war

Rob Fleming
20 February 2024

Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich 22 Apr 2023

Alphonso Davies, the Canadian prodigy, has emerged as a prime target for both Barcelona and Real Madrid, sparking a heated transfer battle.

Born in a Ghanaian refugee camp and raised in Canada, Davies' journey to football stardom is one of resilience and talent.

Since joining Bayern Munich in 2019, Davies has transformed from a promising winger to a formidable left-back, earning accolades and catching the eye of Europe's elite clubs. With Bayern likely to part ways with him due to contract issues, a summer transfer seems imminent.

Jijantes FC reports indicate that Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, has engaged in discussions with Davies' agent, exploring the possibility of bringing him to Camp Nou. However, Real Madrid are also in the fray, aiming to bolster their squad with the versatile full-back.

While Barcelona see Davies as a potential replacement for Marcos Alonso, whose departure looms, Real Madrid view him as a successor to Ferland Mendy. The wage demands, reportedly €12 million-a-year, could pose a hurdle for Barcelona but seem feasible for Real Madrid, who are rumoured to have already reached an agreement with the player.

As the transfer saga unfolds, all eyes are on whether Barcelona can outmanoeuvre Real Madrid in securing Davies' signature or if the Canadian sensation will don the iconic white jersey of the Santiago Bernabeu.

With both clubs vying for his services, the stage is set for a captivating transfer battle in the coming months.