La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2023/24 !

[Sim_card]

At first, Modric had no plans to leave Real Madrid or plan to retire, especially as Real Madrid themselves were still open to extending his contract again.

I don't know, I never saw his statement about staying or leaving Real Madrid. I only ever read the issue that Real Madrid may offer him to be a part of coaching staff. But Modric seems still having the intention to play as a professional player for another season. I think this will be his last season, I can't imagine if he plays until 40 years old.

He still wants to defend Real Madrid next season and bring Real Madrid back to achieving brilliant achievements. Modric is one of the players who has been in this team the longest after many of his contemporaries left.

Yes, he still wants to play with Real Madrid for 1 season again. Modric is no doubt playing with Real Madrid for many years. I am actually a bit surprised that he still doesn't retire at his current age. He will be 39 years old in the next few months, it is totally no longer prime age for a footballer.

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

[Harkorede]

At first, Modric had no plans to leave Real Madrid or plan to retire, especially as Real Madrid themselves were still open to extending his contract again.

I don't know, I never saw his statement about staying or leaving Real Madrid. I only ever read the issue that Real Madrid may offer him to be a part of coaching staff. But Modric seems still having the intention to play as a professional player for another season. I think this will be his last season, I can't imagine if he plays until 40 years old.

He still wants to defend Real Madrid next season and bring Real Madrid back to achieving brilliant achievements. Modric is one of the players who has been in this team the longest after many of his contemporaries left.

Yes, he still wants to play with Real Madrid for 1 season again. Modric is no doubt playing with Real Madrid for many years. I am actually a bit surprised that he still doesn't retire at his current age. He will be 39 years old in the next few months, it is totally no longer prime age for a footballer.

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

Modric's contract extension by Real Madrid isn't so that he could replace Kroos, It was really just a gesture to honor and make sure he gets a befitting farewell from the club fans.  Kroos and Modric have always played together for Real Madrid and they occupy the positions or let's they play different roles in the team, I don't think Modric would be a constant first team player for Real Madrid even this year as well, while he played a handle of game last season for them he was, he was not a constant starter and only often comes off the bench, I expect the trend to actually continue this season as well.

[ajiz138]

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

Real Madrid's plan is to give Modric the opportunity so that he can pass on his experience to younger players, so that the performance of Real Madrid's midfield will be helped a lot by Modric based on his experience so far.

This is actually nothing new, because since the beginning Real Madrid has always given young players the opportunity to play with their seniors, that way they will get a lot of lessons from these experienced players.

[bounceback]

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

Not sure with  Luka Modric will be perfect replacement for Toni Kroos after retiring in this season, extend one year contract for Luka Modrid because his consistent performance in this season and I think he will not set up as regular position for next season because Madrid fully talented of youth midfielder.
Carlo Ancelotti still not find new replacement on midfielder position after leaving by Toni Kroos and during the window transfer opening still have many days left get much time for Madrid get new player on midfielder position or replacing Toni Kroos position.

[Gurujebs]

Not sure with  Luka Modric will be perfect replacement for Toni Kroos after retiring in this season, extend one year contract for Luka Modrid because his consistent performance in this season and I think he will not set up as regular position for next season because Madrid fully talented of youth midfielder.
Carlo Ancelotti still not find new replacement on midfielder position after leaving by Toni Kroos and during the window transfer opening still have many days left get much time for Madrid get new player on midfielder position or replacing Toni Kroos position.

I think that Real Madrid recognizes the effort of Modric, hence the reason why they gave him another one year. If there is nothing he has put on the table for his club, I'm very sure that the club woufl have terminated his contract long ago and not because he is the right person for Kroos replacement. If it's by that one, they would have made Kroos stay by all means.

Kroos effort for Real Madrid can't be denied but the club has passed the phase where they will keep onto one particular player. Ronaldo did more than him for Real Madrid and yet he left and today, the club is even better and not dependent on a single guy but collective effort of yhe team.

[sampoerna]

Anyway, Real Madrid failed to get Leny Yoro to bring to this club. Yes, Lile finally released Leny Yoro to Man United and this was officially done a few hours ago. One reason is because Real Madrid only wants to spend $32 million for Yoro. while in the end, Man United paid €62 million ($67.6m) + potential add-ons of around €8m ($8.7m).

Leny Yoro to Man United:
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/40589806/man-united-transfer-leny-yoro-lille-real-madrid
https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/real-madrid-fails-in-leny-yoro-move-as-lille-stands-their-ground/

That's a big cheers to another fortune wrongfully spent by Manchester United, I really don't know who help the club scout for players in recent years, I understood that Jarrad Branthwaite was their first choice target, but they have had several bids rejected by Everton already, I believe that's a deal that could still have been concluded for this amount spent by Man United, they just need not to appear as desperate as they and even Jarrad Branthwaite could have helped force Everton's if he indeed was interested in playing for Man United.

Maybe because the player is also being eyed by Real Madrid, they are even more challenged and confident in their choice. But isn't it quite normal for them to be like that? 

Now, For now, precisely because they didn't get Leny Yoro, they are more focused on getting Arsenal's mainstay defender, Saliba. And he is Arsenal's main back. Hmm, this would be very good.

Based on information, an agreement has been reached from Real Madrid and Arsenal for the transfer of Saliba. The deal is £149m. And we just have to wait and see what the next fix will be. If the deal has indeed been done and officially announced, then it would be very suitable, and there are indeed several top Real Madrid leaders who come from the same country as Saliba. That's why Real Madrid never force to sign winning players they're not 100% interested in so they won't force them to push. Meanwhile, if they are really interested and the player is considered very worthy, then they will be very brave to take the price.

I got the info right here:
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1925353/William-Saliba-Real-Madrid-Arsenal-transfer-news

Let's wait for further information officially

[Harkorede]

Anyway, Real Madrid failed to get Leny Yoro to bring to this club. Yes, Lile finally released Leny Yoro to Man United and this was officially done a few hours ago. One reason is because Real Madrid only wants to spend $32 million for Yoro. while in the end, Man United paid €62 million ($67.6m) + potential add-ons of around €8m ($8.7m).

Leny Yoro to Man United:
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/40589806/man-united-transfer-leny-yoro-lille-real-madrid
https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/real-madrid-fails-in-leny-yoro-move-as-lille-stands-their-ground/

That's a big cheers to another fortune wrongfully spent by Manchester United, I really don't know who help the club scout for players in recent years, I understood that Jarrad Branthwaite was their first choice target, but they have had several bids rejected by Everton already, I believe that's a deal that could still have been concluded for this amount spent by Man United, they just need not to appear as desperate as they and even Jarrad Branthwaite could have helped force Everton's if he indeed was interested in playing for Man United.

Maybe because the player is also being eyed by Real Madrid, they are even more challenged and confident in their choice. But isn't it quite normal for them to be like that? 

Now, For now, precisely because they didn't get Leny Yoro, they are more focused on getting Arsenal's mainstay defender, Saliba. And he is Arsenal's main back. Hmm, this would be very good.

Based on information, an agreement has been reached from Real Madrid and Arsenal for the transfer of Saliba. The deal is £149m. And we just have to wait and see what the next fix will be. If the deal has indeed been done and officially announced, then it would be very suitable, and there are indeed several top Real Madrid leaders who come from the same country as Saliba. That's why Real Madrid never force to sign winning players they're not 100% interested in so they won't force them to push. Meanwhile, if they are really interested and the player is considered very worthy, then they will be very brave to take the price.

I got the info right here:
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1925353/William-Saliba-Real-Madrid-Arsenal-transfer-news

Let's wait for further information officially

I guess Real Madrid involvement in the player as well could have forced them to get the deal done ASAP and had to overpay for him at eventually, that's a valid reason, though.

Real Madrid sure would need reinforcement in the Centre Back position, but I haven't heard of any news linking them to William Saliba, but if the source information is correct, I think Arsenal should be willing to part way with Saliba, but if the price isn't any close to that value, they'll be losing an important piece of their defense, which will be quite a task to replace imo, Gabriel - Saliba partnership was rock solid for the Gunners last season.

[vegasus]

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

Apart from signing a new contract in the form of an extension for the next 1 year, Modric was also appointed as captain of the club. This is a wise decision from Ancelotti. Yes, Real Madrid's midfield is already strong, so for now, it seems it is true that after signing Mbappe (free transfer), they are much more focused on prioritizing the back line, their defense. So far, several of the target players who are being targeted and with quite high prices are defenders. If that is successful, then this club is really ready on all fronts, it's just a matter of how Ancelotti manages the tactics and implements them in the squad. And how can the entire squad be solid and consistent to carry out these tactics even better.

[Harkorede]

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

Apart from signing a new contract in the form of an extension for the next 1 year, Modric was also appointed as captain of the club. This is a wise decision from Ancelotti. Yes, Real Madrid's midfield is already strong, so for now, it seems it is true that after signing Mbappe (free transfer), they are much more focused on prioritizing the back line, their defense. So far, several of the target players who are being targeted and with quite high prices are defenders. If that is successful, then this club is really ready on all fronts, it's just a matter of how Ancelotti manages the tactics and implements them in the squad. And how can the entire squad be solid and consistent to carry out these tactics even better.

This is most definitely Modric last dance with Real Madrid and nothing more can be obvious, the club are only choosing to honor him in best fashion ever, last season it was Toni Kroos, this season it's going to be Luka Modric, it makes sense to give both players a different send forth season, considering how immensely they both have contributed to the club's success during the past decade or there about.

[koang]

Modric has been given a year contract that will end 2025 in Real Madrid so that he can still be in charge of the midfield since he is the perfect match to replace Tony Kross who retired from football recently. This is the reason why Ancelotti did not bother of signing a new midfielder because the young players will substitute sometimes with Modric who will be fully in charge of the midfield. The young midfield players will also learn a lot from his experience. I believe that Ancelotti will be in search for a new midfield to replace Modric after his contract expires next season.

Apart from signing a new contract in the form of an extension for the next 1 year, Modric was also appointed as captain of the club. This is a wise decision from Ancelotti. Yes, Real Madrid's midfield is already strong, so for now, it seems it is true that after signing Mbappe (free transfer), they are much more focused on prioritizing the back line, their defense. So far, several of the target players who are being targeted and with quite high prices are defenders. If that is successful, then this club is really ready on all fronts, it's just a matter of how Ancelotti manages the tactics and implements them in the squad. And how can the entire squad be solid and consistent to carry out these tactics even better.

The new Captain is good for him and the club, and he has promised to do everything he can to help Kylian Mbappe adapt at Real Madrid.
Modric is 38 years old, quite an old age for a footballer and Predrag Mijatovic advised him to retire but I think he is still capable and he feels he can still perform well at a high level.

Talk about defense. Real Madrid has set Alexander-Arnold as a long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal but no news.
What happens?

[bitterguy28]

Talk about defense. Real Madrid has set Alexander-Arnold as a long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal but no news.
What happens?

according to the sun alexander-arnold is now is set to extend in liverpool

it is now speculated that achraf hakimi can be the new right back as he will become a free agent by 2026 if he decides to not extend with PSG however manchester city seems to be interested in him as well

it will be interesting to see where he goes since he played his youth with real madrid

[ajiz138]

Talk about defense. Real Madrid has set Alexander-Arnold as a long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal but no news.
What happens?

according to the sun alexander-arnold is now is set to extend in liverpool

it is now speculated that achraf hakimi can be the new right back as he will become a free agent by 2026 if he decides to not extend with PSG however manchester city seems to be interested in him as well

it will be interesting to see where he goes since he played his youth with real madrid

So, this is what is currently being discussed a lot regarding the transfer which is reportedly being planned by Real Madrid to prepare a replacement for Carvajal. Previously, Arnold was on Real Madrid's radar, but if he extended his contract with Liverpool, that would wipe out Real Madrid's chances.

Currently, the position occupied by Carvajal is being paid a lot of attention, not because Carvajal is playing badly, but it is to prepare for Real Madrid's future, because Carvajal is quite old.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Currently, the position occupied by Carvajal is being paid a lot of attention, not because Carvajal is playing badly, but it is to prepare for Real Madrid's future, because Carvajal is quite old.

You're right, what I think is that when a player like Carvajal is so veteran and good, because he is very good, you only have to see how he played for the Spanish national team and how he defends for Madrid , I think that this season and maybe the next he will be able to play if he Maintains his level, and the fact that they are preparing other Defenders seems Spectacular, the new generations have to follow the good legacy, but for the moment for me Carvajal is one of those old chool players who can lead a team forward.

[Harkorede]

Talk about defense. Real Madrid has set Alexander-Arnold as a long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal but no news.
What happens?

according to the sun alexander-arnold is now is set to extend in liverpool

it is now speculated that achraf hakimi can be the new right back as he will become a free agent by 2026 if he decides to not extend with PSG however manchester city seems to be interested in him as well

it will be interesting to see where he goes since he played his youth with real madrid

So, this is what is currently being discussed a lot regarding the transfer which is reportedly being planned by Real Madrid to prepare a replacement for Carvajal. Previously, Arnold was on Real Madrid's radar, but if he extended his contract with Liverpool, that would wipe out Real Madrid's chances.

Currently, the position occupied by Carvajal is being paid a lot of attention, not because Carvajal is playing badly, but it is to prepare for Real Madrid's future, because Carvajal is quite old.

Not just Carvajal's position needs to paid attention to by Real Madrid, I think most of their options at the backline need proper back up since Camavinga and Valverde will be more of taking up midfield duties, they'll need proper fullback and one or two more CB alternatives too, Alaba and Militao are having quite some injury troubles and they'll need consistency in their defense in order to defend both their La Liga and UCL titles when the season gets underway.

[alltalk]

Not just Carvajal's position needs to paid attention to by Real Madrid, I think most of their options at the backline need proper back up since Camavinga and Valverde will be more of taking up midfield duties, they'll need proper fullback and one or two more CB alternatives too, Alaba and Militao are having quite some injury troubles and they'll need consistency in their defense in order to defend both their La Liga and UCL titles when the season gets underway.

IMO, Camavinga and Valverde are pure midfielders. They have nothing to do with the strength of Real Madrid defense. Even if Camavinga can play as a left back, I think Ancelotti will prefer to put him on the midfield line for the next season. It is different with Tchouaméni, Ancelotti may consider to put him again as center-back if it is needed.

Agree. Ancelotti needs to consider to sign new center-defender. It is rumored that Real Madrid wants to sign William Saliba from Arsenal. This can be the solution for the defense line of Real Madrid. Even if Alaba and Militao can't play, Real Madrid has some alternatives center backs.