Real Madrid could reportedly sign Alphonso Davies as a free agent next summer as extension talks stall with Bayern Munich.

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Davies has just over a year on his dealBayern unwilling to meet his wage demandsReal Madrid willing to wait to sign him for freeWHAT HAPPENED?

According tothe Bavarian giants have acknowledged that Davies may leave as a free agent in the summer of 2025 if no agreement is reached, as the two parties have not yet found common ground on a contract extension. Bayern recently improved their offer to Davies, proposing a significant pay raise but it is still short of the left-back's demands of a salary of €20million (£16.9m/$21.6m).

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Bayern have set clear financial limits, prioritizing fiscal responsibility over retaining a key player at any cost. This cautious approach has led to internal discussions about the possibility of Davies leaving on a free transfer if an agreement cannot be reached with Real Madrid lurking in the background.

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Los Blancos' interest in Davies is not new. The Spanish club has admired the left-back for some time, with initial talks held in February suggesting a possible move to Spain. During these discussions, a verbal agreement on personal terms was reportedly reached, outlining two potential scenarios: a 2024 transfer if a fee could be agreed upon, or a 2025 move when Davies could be available for free. After the campaign concluded, Real Madrid reignited their interest in Davies, recognizing the strategic opportunity his situation presented. Bayern’s reluctance to meet Davies’ salary demands provided Madrid with leverage. However, they are ready to spend €30 million (£25m/$32m) on the player but will not give in to Bayern's demands of €50 million (£42m/$53m).

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The European champions are cautious about investing a large sum for a player nearing the end of his contract. Consequently, Madrid has allegedly asked Davies to hold off on extending his contract with Bayern, mirroring their approach in previous high-profile signings like Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe. For Bayern, losing Davies without a transfer fee would be a significant blow, but they remain hopeful for a last-minute compromise that would secure his future with the club.