Real Madrid are planning an audacious swoop for Fulham’s teenage sensation Ryan Sessegnon. According to recent reports, the Los Blancos are interested in securing the services of the 17-year-old and are set to be joined by the Premier League duo of Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United in the race for his signature. Sessegnon has been a regular first-team member for the Cottagers this season and is now attracting a growing list of admirers from all across Europe.
It is being reported that Spurs had shown previous interest in the player but he subsequently signed a new deal at Craven Cottage which has cooled interest about his immediate future.
However, with the January transfer window looming on the horizon, it has given rise to a lot of speculation and according to sources in the Spanish press, the reigning European champions are planning to make a surprise move for the Championship wonder-kid. Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is believed to be looking for a long-term successor to their Brazilian fullback Marcelo and Sessegnon has currently being lined up as a strong contender to join the Los Blancos, with Real scouts satisfied with his recent displays for the Londoners.
Ryan Sessegnon has featured in 26 matches for the Cottagers in all competitions this season and has scored 5 goals and made 3 assists from the left-back position so far. His record of late justifies why a whole host of top European clubs are lining up to land his signature. However, it is difficult to see him get any game time at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium with Marcelo a regular starter under Zinedine Zidane. So any permanent move would most likely see the youngster go out on loan and continue with his development.
Real Madrid has struggled in the La Liga this season and has fallen off the pace in the title race. They are currently in fourth place in the league table, a massive 14 points behind leaders and rivals Barcelona, but with a game in hand. Their struggles have been partly down to their inconsistent defence with 14 goals being conceded at the back. Sessegnon has the potential to definitely cut the mustard in Madrid in the future, but for now, the youngster is likely to be more suited to playing football regularly and getting as much first-team experience as possible to continue his growth as a player.
It remains to be seen whether Real Madrid are successful in their attempts to fend off strong competition from the Premier League in pursuit of the Fulham prospect’s signature.
