Real Madrid recently dispatched scouts to watch 22-year-old German international Nathaniel Brown in action for Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt.
According to an update by reputed German journalist Florian Plettenberg, Nathaniel Brown is the subject of interest from Real Madrid. The Merengues are scouring the market for a left-back, and they recently scouted the Eintracht Frankfurt mainstay. However, they will face stiff competition from Barcelona and Manchester United for the German international, with the Bundesliga club demanding around €60-70 million to part ways with him.
Who is Nathaniel Brown?
Nathaniel Brown has established himself as one of the best young prospects in the Bundesliga since joining Eintracht Frankfurt from FC Nurnberg. Die Adler initially signed the 22-year-old on loan in January 2024 before completing a permanent move in the subsequent summer transfer window. He has made over 50 appearances thus far for the Bundesliga club while chipping in with four goals and ten assists.
Meanwhile, the German full-back’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Barcelona, Manchester United, and Real Madrid are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt will demand around €60-70 million to part ways with Brown next year.
A man in demand
It is surprising that the Amberg native has emerged as a target for Barcelona. Hansi Flick has two left-backs in his squad, with Alejandro Balde one of the world’s best left-backs. So, unless the Catalan giants offload Gerard Martin, it is unclear how Brown fits into the scheme of things.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s interest in Nathaniel Brown makes sense. While Ruben Amorim has Diego Leon and Patrick Dorgu in his squad, he needs more quality and productivity from the left wing-back berth. So, Brown is a viable target for Manchester United.
As for Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso has three left-backs in his squad. So, unless the Merengues plan to offload Ferland Mendy and Fran Garcia next year, it is unclear how Brown fits into the scheme of things at the Santiago Bernabeu. Nevertheless, Real Madrid recently dispatched scouts to watch the Eintracht Frankfurt full-back in games against FC Koln and Atalanta.
Meanwhile, the Bundesliga outfit will demand around €60-70 million to part ways with Brown next year. It will be interesting to see if Barcelona, Manchester United, and Real Madrid are ready to pay €60-70 million to sign the 22-year-old German international.