Real Madrid are reportedly keeping close tabs on Celta Vigo’s young midfielder Gabri Veiga ahead of a potential move.
An academy graduate of Cetla, Veiga has burst onto the scene this season, racking up eight goals and three assists in La Liga.
Having scored against the likes of Atletico Madrid, Sevilla and Real Betis, the Spanish sensation has caught the attention of Los Blancos, who are keen to secure his services.
According to Cadena SER, Madrid have made contact with the entourage of the 20-year-old to let them know of their interest and also to thwart any other potential suitors.
Veiga holds a release clause worth around €40 million, but Madrid are willing to lower it by including a player instead. They are reportedly ready to pay €25m and use Castilla star Rafa Marin as a makeweight in the deal.
The report also adds that Veiga’s interest will not affect the pursuit of Jude Bellingham, who remains Madrid’s No.1 target for the summer.
Los Merengues are said to be in pole position to land the Borussia Dortmund midfielder and are planning to offer around €140m for his transfer.
Over the years, Madrid haven’t shown a great deal of interest in the homegrown talents, but that could change with Veiga.
However, the Spanish capital giants fear that Veiga’s valuation would rise if he were to be called up by Spanish national team coach Luis de la Fuente for the upcoming international break.
The Celta prodigy is in contention for his maiden senior team call-up on the back of his breakout season.
Veiga can operate as a central midfielder and No.10. Besides his scoring prowess, the Spanish youngster is also an excellent dribbler.
