Real Madrid Set Muriqi As Their Target Becomes Benzema's Backup

Despite his transfer to Mallorca, there is still talk surrounding Vedat Muriqi at Lazio. The Kosovar rediscovered his form in Spain, and as reported by El Gol Digital, Real Madrid appears to have their sights on him.

Real Madrid is looking for a deputy Benzema and Vedat Muriqi would be the ideal candidate.  The Kosovar is consistently scoring for Mallorca, this has led to interest from Real Madrid.

This is according to the Spanish media, Ancelotti is seeking a forward to put behind Karim Benzema. On the Kosovar forward, there is also interest from Aston Villa and Sevilla, while the English club is already prepared to spend money in this winter transfer market.

The situation is not simple, because the Iberian team wants to collect at least €20 M from his sale, while Florentino Perez does not want to spend more than 10. Lazio, on the other hand, is closely observing the negotiation, as the biancoceleste is entitled to 45% of the future sale of the 'Pirate'.