According to reports from AS, Lille's North African midfielder Bouhaddi is expected to be among Real Madrid's new signings after the World Cup, following the path taken by Özil, James, and Navas.

The report notes that many established stars already at Real Madrid include Vinícius, Mbappé, and Bellingham, but numerous emerging talents present potential transfer opportunities in the coming weeks. Real Madrid's training base at Valdebebas continuously monitors the football landscape, maintaining an extensive transfer list with thorough scouting assessments.

Clubs across Europe are watching this World Cup closely, and Real Madrid has returned to its traditional approach of signing tournament standouts. Moroccan midfielder Ayoub Bouhaddi has emerged as a key target, attracting interest from top European teams.

At the World Cup's start, Real Madrid had 10 players selected for their national squads: Courtois, Mbappé, Tchouaméni, Vinícius Jr., Endrick, Bellingham, Rüdiger, Díaz, Güler, and Valverde. Cucurella soon joined them in Luis de la Fuente's Spanish squad, followed by Bernardo Silva and Konaté. After Dumfries's signing was announced, the total reached 14 Real Madrid players competing in the World Cup, a number that could still rise with a month remaining.

Real Madrid's leadership has confirmed that the club's next transfer target will likely emerge from this World Cup. Following the 2010 tournament, they signed Özil, whose performance in Germany's semi-final loss to Spain was exceptional. Four years later, at the Brazil World Cup, they brought in James and Navas. By 2026, Real Madrid is once again using the international tournament as a benchmark for squad improvement.

Bouhaddi impressed during Morocco's opening match against Brazil and proved his quality against Scotland with composed passing and intelligent playmaking. The 18-year-old Lille star has consistently performed at the tournament's high intensity, handling the ball with ease, orchestrating play, and advancing confidently.

After the Scotland match, reporters repeatedly questioned him about his future and his interest in joining Real Madrid. He responded with a smile and gracefully exited the interview area. Within the Moroccan national team, there is consensus that Bouhaddi's future extends beyond Lille. At just 18, he has already established himself as a key midfielder for Morocco, proving he can thrive under World Cup pressure and adapt effortlessly to elite-level competition.