Another Joselu and a legend: the two veteran number 9s Real Madrid likes instead of Budimir

Xabi Alonso has arrived at Real Madrid with some signings as requests for Florentino. In addition to strengthening the defense, he wants a midfielder who can organize the play. Finally, he has asked for a striker who can be a reference up front, as Joselu was last season.

One of the most favored options was Ante Budimir, who at Osasuna has shown his goal-scoring ability. He fits the plans since he is a veteran player, who also wouldn't be very expensive. These are qualities Real Madrid are looking for, so he can deliver immediate results.

However, there are more clubs interested in acquiring his services, which complicates the operation. That's why they've set their sights on two other strikers as possible alternatives. They are William José and Roberto Firmino, two already veteran strikers.

Both could accept their role as substitutes in a team like Real Madrid next season. Although they could contribute due to the experience they have, especially Firmino, a Liverpool legend. Meanwhile, William José already knows the Merengue squad after his time with Castilla.

Real Madrid seeks a new Joselu after Xabi Alonso's request

Xabi Alonso has asked Florentino to sign a box striker for Real Madrid. He believes the team lacks a goal-scorer profile, despite having Endrick, for certain matches. That's why they wanted a footballer who could fill Joselu's role from last season.

He's not coming to be a starter, but he can play that role in some specific matches. In addition, he would be a solution against crowded defenses that sit back in their own box. To cross balls to him so he can finish or bring the ball down and set up other strikers.

Budimir and William José would be the most similar profiles, just as Joselu was. But in Firmino's case, they would add a footballer with a lot of quality on the ball. He can help in building up play and create spaces between the lines to give advantages to other teammates.