Real Madrid presidential candidate Riquelme used television to talk up Haaland joining the club. Manchester City and Haaland's camp issued denials on the same day, with the club considering legal action over misuse of the player's image.
Real Madrid acting president Florentino Perez said in an interview that he will pursue Ibrahima Konate after winning re-election; Nico Paz's buyback clause remains subject to Jose Mourinho's decision.
Real Madrid's presidential race is heating up. On a Spanish talk show, Riquelme dropped a bombshell pledge: if he defeats Florentino and wins the election, he will guarantee Haaland joins with 100% certainty.
Riquelme held up a Haaland shirt to pledge summer signings if elected; Pérez's camp officially announced Mourinho's victory and return.
Real Madrid's presidential race features a Mourinho video from Florentino's camp, while rival Riquelme simultaneously announces deals for Rodri and Haaland.
Romano reports Real Madrid have reached a verbal agreement with Liverpool centre-back Konaté, with a four-year deal dependent on whether Florentino Pérez is re-elected as president.
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