Real Madrid have brought in Joselu on loan from Espanyol this summer, but there is no question that they are still light in the final third of the field following the summer departures. Mariano Diaz, Marco Asensio, and Eden Hazard have all moved on.
In addition, Karim Benzema, who left a huge hole in the squad with his surprise departure to Saudi Arabia.
Joselu has been signed, while Los Blancos head coach Carlo Ancelotti is said to consider using Rodrygo primarily through the middle this season. However, there is a clear gap in the squad.
Kylian Mbappe is widely expected to move to Real Madrid on a free transfer next year. However, a switch this summer is unlikely despite the latest developments, with Paris Saint-Germain offering him for sale.
As a result, Ancelotti's side could still be looking for a low-cost center-forward, and with that in mind.
Mehdi Taremi (Porto)
There have been suggestions that Taremi could be available for as little as €20 million (£17 million) this summer, which would make him a very attractive addition.
Manchester United have previously been linked with the Iran international. He scored 31 goals and registered 14 assists in 51 appearances for Porto during the 2022–23 campaign.
In total, he has represented his Portuguese side on 147 occasions, scoring 80 goals and providing 49 assists. At 31, he still has plenty of years left in the tank.
Porto want to keep the forward, but he only has a contract until next summer, which has placed them in a difficult position this year.
Taremi would not be a long-term option for Real Madrid, but a player of his goalscoring prowess does not become available too often for a fair price, and he could be a very smart addition to the club.
Anthony Martial (Manchester United)
At this moment, it is unlikely that Martial will leave Manchester United this summer, but the situation could change if two new forwards arrive at Old Trafford, which is not impossible.
The Frenchman is in line to feature in Wednesday's pre-season friendly between Manchester United and Real Madrid, having overcome a hamstring issue.
A move to the Bernabeu would be controversial, but Martial would certainly be a very interesting option for Los Blancos. He might be willing to take a risk on him.
The 27-year-old was unable to make his mark during a loan spell at Sevilla in the second half of the 2021–22 campaign, only scoring once in 12 appearances. However, he managed nine goals during an injury-hit 2022–23 season for Manchester United.
Martial has star quality, which Ancelotti may believe he can finally unlock. It would be fascinating to see what he could achieve in the Spanish capital.
Youssef En-Nesyri (Sevilla)
En-Nesyri is widely expected to leave Sevilla this summer, with the club looking to raise funds due to financial problems.
The Morocco international was in strong form for his Spanish club during the 2022–23 campaign, scoring 18 goals and providing two assists in 48 appearances in all competitions.
En-Nesyri has scored 53 goals and registered five assists in his 155 appearances for Sevilla. He has scored 53 goals and eight assists in 197 appearances in La Liga for Sevilla, Leganes, and Malaga.
The 26-year-old would certainly provide a different threat for Real Madrid in the final third of the field and could potentially serve as an impact substitute.
En-Nesyri continues to be linked with a move to the Premier League. However, he would be a suitable option for Los Blancos while they wait for Mbappe to arrive.