Cole Palmer has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Real Madrid, with the LaLiga side said to be eyeing a move for the Chelsea midfielder. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Real Madrid have laid out their intentions, but valuation and timing remain under debate. Bayern Munich, Man Utd and Manchester City are keeping tabs in case talks collapse or progress slows further. So far this season, Real Madrid are steady at both ends (2.17 goals scored per game, 0.9 goals conceded per game). The role for Cole Palmer would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Chelsea have also been linked with Ben White, Archie Gray and Mohamed Salah while Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring Josh Acheampong, Rayan Vitor Simplício Rocha and Cristian Romero. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.