According to Sport, the FIFA World Cup once again presents a scouting opportunity for Real Madrid, with Valdebebas carefully evaluating several players who could influence future recruitment.

The club's management is closely monitoring several players who have long been on their watchlist, as their performances at this high-stakes tournament could influence the final assessment. These include Michael Olise, Enzo Fernández, and Ayoub Bouaddi. Real Madrid has been tracking these players for some time, and their stock continues to rise with their World Cup performances.

The club does not seek to recruit players based solely on a few weeks of performances. However, tournaments like this do test a player's ability to handle immense pressure and how they perform against top opponents under intense scrutiny. For Real Madrid, such assessments—both competitive and public—are always valuable.

This strategy is not new. Over the years, Real Madrid has frequently used major international tournaments to confirm their judgments on players they have been monitoring. James Rodríguez, Toni Kroos, and Navas all joined after standout performances at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, and in 2010, Khedira and Özil followed the same path.

The Vinicius Situation

However, the FIFA World Cup influences more than just potential recruitment. It can also affect one of Real Madrid's most sensitive current topics: Vinicius's contract extension.

The forward's contract currently enters its final year on June 30, and negotiations for an extension have yet to reach a breakthrough. So far, disagreements over financial terms have stalled a final agreement, but an outstanding World Cup performance could change the situation.

If Vinicius maintains his form and proves he remains one of the central figures in the team's plans, it is not unlikely that the president will be willing to compromise with the Brazilian star, meeting his salary demands to ensure he stays.

With considerable time remaining before the transfer window, the FIFA World Cup once again proves to be a valuable tool in Real Madrid's hands. While it cannot entirely dictate transfers, it can play a crucial role in finalizing new signings and retaining the core of the existing squad.

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