Real Madrid could reconsider stance of not wanting to pay €40m for Arsenal, Liverpool target

Gabri Veiga’s desire to join Real Madrid is well-documented.

Reports in recent weeks have made it clear that the La Liga prodigy prefers to represent the European Champions as long as they match the financial bids from other parties, amid strong interest from the Premier League.

Anton Meana brings out the club’s stance on his signing for the first time. According to the Spanish journalist, Real Madrid, at the moment, do not contemplate shelling out his €40 million release clause. However, there is room for reconsideration in the coming weeks.

The club’s decision could represent that they are fully focussed on signing Jude Bellingham in June and do not wish to compromise on their dream target. Veiga plays in a similar position, and shelling out a big fee could handicap the Merengues in their pursuit of the Englishman.

The Celta Vigo star’s move to the Santiago Bernabeu, thus, might end up depending on the outcome of Bellingham’s transfer.

Another factor that could push Real Madrid into reconsidering their decision is the future of Toni Kroos. Depending on whether the German hangs up his boots at the end of the season, the need for another face in midfield could arise.

The 20-year-old Celta Vigo has made 25 league appearances in La Liga this season, scoring a whopping nine goals and providing three assists in the process. He averages just under one key pass per game and has created five big chances in the process.

If Real Madrid bail out of the race to sign him, Veiga could look towards the long list of clubs awaiting him in England. With Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal eyeing him, the youngster has no shortage of options.