Matteo Moretto Transfer Column: Miguel Gutierrez, Barcelona’s big sale and Atletico Madrid’s midfield plans

Matteo Moretto gives Football España exclusive information on the latest deals dominating the papers in Spain, as revealed in the Daily Briefing.

The situation of Miguel Gutierrez seems as if it is quite complex, but the reality is that it is quite simple. It all depends on Alphonso Davies and his contract renewal with Bayern Munich.

Real Madrid are very interested in Gutierrez, and they can sign him again for just €8m, it’s a very low fee. They are following him very closely. The key is finding out whether Davies will renew with Bayern, but it’s still uncertain. He is has been touted as Real Madrid’s top target for the position, and they will try to sign him this summer if he does not extend his deal, but he could decide to do so. Bayern Munich are still trying to convince him to commit beyond 2025. They don’t think it’s a lost cause.

Therefore the Davies matter will have a big influence on the future of Gutierrez. No decision has been taken by Los Blancos, but his moving back from Girona is a deal that could happen. Even though there is interest from Premier League clubs, previously Arsenal and Manchester City have been linked to him, he is very interested in going back to Real Madrid, and I think that’s his priority – that’s his dream.

Bayern are also monitoring him, as was reported in Germany, he’s on their shortlist, but ultimately they’re also trying to resolve Davies issues before looking at other alternatives.

There will be a big sale at Barcelona this summer. The reality is that an important member of the team could leave in the next transfer market. Right now, I’m not certain on Frenkie de Jong, it just broke last night that he might be open to leaving, but I’m not sure. Another important player that would command a