In a recent tweet, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz in 2023. It is believed that Los Blancos are eager to land the Spanish talent when he becomes a free agent at the end of next season.
Real Madrid are interested in signing Fabián Ruiz as free agent in summer 2023. Of course, deal depends on what happens with Napoli in August. ⚪️🇪🇸 #RealMadrid
Ancelotti remains big fan of Fabián as he signed him at Napoli. Spanish, talented – Real will be exploring this idea. pic.twitter.com/IMCG1ksi4C
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 30, 2022
Ruiz’s Impressive Numbers In Italian Football Last Season
Ruiz had a decent campaign at Naples as he managed to put in a handful of influential displays at the centre of the park. The Spain international found the back of the net on seven occasions and picked up five assists in 38 matches for Napoli last season across various competitions.
The 26-year-old deserves some praise for averaging 1.7 tackles, 0.7 interceptions, 1.0 clearances, 1.3 shots and 1.0 key passes per game in Serie A. He was even accurate with his ball distribution based on his pass completion rate of 90.5% in the Italian top tier (stats via whoscored).
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Should Real Madrid Boss Carlo Ancelotti Get Ruiz On Board This Summer?
Ruiz is a good tackler of the ball and knows how to earn possession back for his team at the centre of the park. He can make a few important clearances at the back and can even strike the ball with venom from long range.
The Spanish sensation has also got the vision to cut open the opponent’s defence with a decisive pass in the final third. An all-around midfielder of Ruiz’s quality will be a massive coup for Los Blancos, especially if they can land him on a free transfer next summer.
Ruiz has got a lot of experience at the highest level and is well-equipped to make a instant impact at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium if Carlo Ancelotti can devise a way to lure him to the Spanish capital next year. At 26, the Napoli playmaker is entering his prime and could perform even better over the next few years.
The Spaniard could serve as an ideal successor to Luka Modric, who has entered the final stage of his playing career. Therefore, the Madrid giants should focus on getting Ruiz on board when his contract with Napoli runs out at the end of next season.
