I am not sure what the delay is
by KnightlyRevue (2019-06-05 17:44:28)

In reply to: Im genuinely curious  posted by HTownND

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rooted in. Every Madrid publication I read (Marca, El Pais, El Mundo, AS) they all say that the price will be near $120M and that Madrid has agreed to it though they prefer the price closer to $100M. Hazard was just in Spain vacationing prior to the qualifiers.

They are also trying to time the announcement with the launch of the new kit (supposed to be tomorrow or Saturday) as they want boost Hazard jersey sales at the announcement and unveil him there. The issue is Modric wears #10. Hazard wants #10 and the only number available is #16 which has no historical basis at the club. There is talk Madrid is waiting to sell Bale so they can give Hazard #11.

I do not think the deal will die but I have also learned not to bet on owners and agents until the announcement is made.

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