Top four strikers who can replace Karim Benzema at Real Madrid

The Frenchman could be leaving in the summer

Due to injuries, the Real Madrid frontman hasn't been fantastic this season, but he has still been effective. Although Karim Benzema is the incumbent Ballon d'Or winner and ought to continue to have a significant impact this season when Madrid's Champions League knockout rounds begin, Benzema might not be able to perform at his best every single week.

Real Madrid needs to consider a No. 9 successor. The LaLiga side should have added more strikers last summer. Now they are looking for a fresh face and Karim Benzema's replacement. So let's examine five potential long-term successors to the storied Real Madrid striker.

4. Victor Osimhen - Napoli

The finest goalscorer in Serie A this year and, alongside Haaland, the second-greatest striker in Europe, Victor Osimhen, might be a more accessible choice.

Even the top centre-backs in the league have trouble marking Napoli's No. 9. The 24-year-old's deft running and relentless focus have claimed Gleison Bremer, Chris Smalling, and numerous others.

Victor Osimhen had actually been in Real Madrid's sights while he was hammering in goals at Lille, but he wasn't prepared for a move there. However, after making his mark at Napoli, he could well be sought by Real.

3. Roberto Firmino - Liverpool

Reputable transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano claims that Real Madrid is considering signing Roberto Firmino.

At the conclusion of the current campaign, the Brazilian striker will become a free agent and leave Liverpool. Firmino is on the desired list of Los Blancos, who are looking for a capable replacement for Karim Benzema. The 31-year-old's time with the Reds since his arrival in 2015 has been extremely successful. In 361 games for the Premier League giants in various competitions, Firmino has 110 goals and 79 assists.

However, his move doesn't seem to be a wise option given that he is 31 and has just three or four years left, plus he is not a consistent goalscorer. 

2. Harry Kane - Tottenham Hotspur

In light of Karim Benzema's questionable future, Harry Kane has recently been a viable alternative for Real Madrid. Real Madrid have been obliged to search the market for attacking options, with Kane surfacing as the best choice.

The Tottenham Hotspur standout was a potential summer transfer target for Real Madrid, but a deal never happened because Daniel Levy refused to sell the star player. With Kane's contract at Spurs set to expire in 2024, there is a concern that he may depart at this time.

1. Dusan Vlahovic - Juventus

Duan Vlahovic, another quality attacker in Serie A, claims to be dedicated to Juventus. The team's star scorer has remained committed to the cause despite their 15-point deduction, even amid transfer rumours this winter before the actual penalty was implemented.

The Serbian international is of unquestionable quality. When it pertains to current stability and energy, Osimhen has the advantage, but Vlahovi's technical proficiency is astounding, and he is just 22, so certainly there is room for improvement. 

Real Madrid will look to replace Karim Benzema with the best available striker. They will be eyeing silverware after a disappointing 2022–23 season, according to their standards.