Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United have both approached Real Madrid regarding the availability of attacking midfielder Brahim Díaz, according to Spanish outlet Okdiario.
The 25-year-old, who revitalized his career at the Bernabéu after returning from AC Milan in 2023, has emerged as a surprise target for England’s top clubs.
Díaz’s situation carries added complexity with Real Madrid poised to integrate 17-year-old Argentine prodigy Franco Mastantuono following the Club World Cup.
The Morocco international, who contributed 12 goals across 52 appearances last season, started just 16 La Liga matches despite his frequent involvement – a statistic that has prompted reflection within his camp about his long-term role.
While Los Blancos maintain no active desire to sell the former Manchester City academy product, club executives would reportedly entertain offers should Díaz express interest in departing.
The technical staff values his versatility across attacking positions, but cannot guarantee increased playing time following Mastantuono’s arrival and Kylian Mbappé’s anticipated integration into the squad.
Díaz currently enjoys life in the Spanish capital but faces heightened competition for minutes next season. B
oth English suitors view him as an ideal solution to their creative midfield needs – Arsenal seeking a right-sided playmaker, United needing more unpredictability in their final-third combinations.
Real Madrid’s potential asking price remains undisclosed, though the club’s history suggests they would demand at least €40 million for a player under contract until 2027.
