200 million euros! Real Madrid's epic deal, Brazil's Shenfeng is airborne, Lafayette hand-picked, and Barcelona is too heartbroken
Flip through today's sports news, it's okay, you're not dazzled. It was the big news that shook the football world: the Brazilian striker, Vinicius of Real Madrid, was embraced by Paris Saint-Germain by a sky-high transfer fee of up to 200 million euros. I know what you're thinking: "It's another money game for these rich clubs." "But I have to say that this time the operation is a little different.
Remember Galeries Lafayette? That's right, the president of Real Madrid, the big guy who often makes big moves in the transfer market. This time, he made a big deal with precision. Paris out of 200 million euros? Galeries Lafayette did not blink. Because it's not just about selling a player, it's part of the overall tactical layout and business operations.
Look, from Barca's point of view, it's really heart-wrenching. Barcelona are still struggling with not being able to sign Haaland from Manchester City, seeing their old rivals not only pressing on the field, but also seizing the opportunity in the transfer market. Real Madrid's squad is already quite strong, and now with this funding, it is estimated that there will be some big news again.
On Real Madrid's side, Vinicius' departure may be a pity, given that his performance on the pitch is unmatched. But when you know that Real Madrid have actually signed Mbappe for free, it all makes sense. It turned out that 200 million euros was just a piece of cake. Lafayette uses Vinicius as a stepping stone to Mbappe's funds, a strategy that cannot but be admired.
Moreover, Real Madrid is not just trading players. They are running the future. In this transfer, they not only saved a huge amount of transfer fees, but also made a qualitative leap forward on the front line. For other clubs, it's a deterrent.
Looking at Paris in a blink of an eye, they clearly want to fill the void left by Mbappe with Vinicius. Unfortunately, even with 200 million euros, this exchange still feels a little overwhelming. Paris got a top striker but lost Mbappe, who could become a legend.
Back at Galeries Lafayette, the business strategist once again proved his vision. Real Madrid's action not only ensured the club's financial soundness, but also set off a wave of discussion among fans and the media. And Barcelona, the old rival, may have to suppress Real Madrid strongly in the next few years.
Well, now it's your turn. Which side are you on in this money game and tactical battle between the big clubs?