Real Madrid encountered unprecedented challenges in their pursuit of Halikani. They originally made an attractive offer of 80 million euros in cash plus 20 million euros in floating bonuses, but they didn't expect Tottenham Hotspur to open their mouths and raise the price to 130 million euros. Both sides in the price gap, as high as 30 million to 50 million euros, the negotiation is therefore stalled. In the face of this situation, Real Madrid decisively to Halikani ultimatum, requiring him to pressure Tottenham Hotspur, forcing the other side to reduce the asking price, otherwise Real Madrid will completely give up the transfer.
According to DC, with the departure of Binschmar, Real Madrid are desperate to bring in a center forward to fill the void, and Halikani has become their preferred target. Despite the fact that Halikani still has one year left on his contract, Real Madrid felt that the offer of €80 million in cash plus €20 million in bonuses was enough to show their sincerity. However, Tottenham Hotspur chairman Livi did not buy it and insisted on a €130 million price tag, bringing the negotiations to a standstill.
Real Madrid had dealt with Livi in previous transfers chasing Modigliani and Garif Bali and were well aware of the negotiating tactics of the other side. Therefore, Real Madrid decided to adopt a new strategy, which is to put pressure on Halikani. If Halikani is unable to convince Tottenham to lower their price, Real Madrid will not continue to pursue the deal, which will force Halikani to make his own decision.
