Real Madrid have identified Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez as the ideal replacement for Karim Benzema, according to Fichajes via GOAL.

The report adds: “Real Madrid see Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez as the ideal candidate to replace current ace Karim Benzema.

“However, the report states that it will be difficult for Real Madrid to sign him with Alvarez’s contract running till 2028 and Manchester City also unwilling to sell him.”