Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos want EPL midfielder, club working on Ibrahima Konate move, and more - September 9, 2025

Real Madrid are all set to travel to the Reale Arena on Saturday, September 13, to face Real Sociedad in the league. Xabi Alonso's team are sitting at the top of the LaLiga table after three games this season, with three wins under their belt.

Meanwhile, Los Blancos are eyeing a move for Adam Wharton. Elsewhere, the Spanish giants are eager to take Ibrahimovic Konate to the Santiago Bernabeu in 2026.

On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from September 9, 2025.

Real Madrid want Adam Wharton

Real Madrid are interested in Adam Wharton, according to acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano. The English midfielder has caught the eye with Crystal Palace in recent times and also has admirers in the Premier League.

Wharton was linked with an exit from Selhurst Park this summer, but opted to stay. Nevertheless, the 21-year-old is now expected to take the next step in his career in 2026, just after the FIFA World Cup.

Los Blancos are keeping a close eye on his situation as they plot to revamp their midfield next summer. The LaLiga giants parted ways with Luka Modric this year, with the veteran Croatian leaving as a free agent at the end of the FIFA Club World Cup.

Interestingly, Real Madrid opted against signing a midfielder over the summer. The club are yet to replace Toni Kroos, who had retired at the end of the 2023/24 campaign.

With Dani Ceballos' future also uncertain, the LaLiga giants want to rope in Wharton to shore up their midfield before the start of the 2026/27 season. The Englishman is very similar to Kroos, and could be a hit at the Santiago Bernabeu. However, Los Blancos will face competition from English clubs in the race for his signature.

Los Blancos working on Ibrahima Konate move

Real Madrid have stepped up their efforts to secure the signature of Ibrahima Konate, according to journalist Jose Felix Diaz. The LaLiga giants had their eyes on the Frenchman this summer as well, but failed to get a deal across the line.

Recent reports have suggested that Los Blancos are planning to lap him up for free in 2026, once his contract with Liverpool expires. It now appears that talks are at an advanced stage and the deal is expected to materialize next year.

Real Madrid have convinced the 26-year-old to turn down a renewal at Anfield and push for an exit next summer instead. As things stand, Konate could even reach a pre-agreement with the Spanish giants at the turn of the year.

Besiktas want Raul Asencio

Besiktas have set their sights on Raul Asencio, according to Fichajes. The Spanish defender exploded into the scenes last season, but has lost prominence following Xabi Alonso's arrival.

After some shaky displays at the FIFA Club World Cup, coupled with Dean Huijsen's arrival, Asencio has lost his place in the team. The Turkish giants are now proposing a season-long loan to help him gather valuable first team experience and get up to speed.

Los Blancos are studying their offer carefully and the two clubs remain locked in talks. However, a final decision hasn't been reached yet.