Ante Budimir fits criterias for Real Madrid’s desired ‘STRIKER’ search

Real Madrid has identified some major difficulties suffered from the recently concluded season, and are in active search of solutions. They’ve already sealed the signings of Trent and Huijsen, and are also rumored to be close to landing Alvaro Carreras and Franco Mastantuono.

The above names see reinforcements in the LB, RB, CB and midfield areas of the field. Now, the merengues are in active search of a striker. In that department, Ante Budimir has been the most talked about name, reports AS

Xabi Alonso demands a ‘Joselu’ type striker

As part of his revolutionary plans for the squad’s rebuild, Alonso has demanded a striker who operate similar to former marksman Joselu. It’s under the Spaniard’s request that the club has ventured into the market.

Alonso wants a pure finisher, tall enough to be a threat air, and can score headers. At 1.9m, Ante Budimir ticks this box with flying colors.

Also, the desired target must be a veteran and one with a low-cost, both in transfer fee and in salary. For just €8m, Osasuna would be willing to let their big man leave. A fee which poses no barrier to Real Madrid.

How important can Ante Budimir be for Real Madrid?

Ante Budimir, 32, is just at the right age to be considered a squad player for a team like Real Madrid. Of course he’s not expected to be a solid starting XI player with players like Mbappe being his direct competition.

However, he can always come in handy against low block teams, or when Real Madrid are chasing a goal in the later stages of a game. With precise crossers like Trent, Carvajal, Arda Guler and a possible new signing, Budimir could be a real target in the opponent box.

Furthermore, the player is Laliga tested and approved. He came third in Laliga pichichi race this season, with 21 league goals. This numbers are very much appreciated by the Real Madrid hierarchy.