Yes, Real Madrid still needs a number 9 player, because Joselu performance is not very satisfactory. On the other side, the current rumors are that Real Madrid will recruit Mbappe in this winter transfer window. Hopefully Real Madrid offer to Mbappe is true and not just a rumor, to sharpen the attack line Real Madrid must immediately recruit him. But Real Madrid plans are quite good, they have secured the services of talented wonderkid Endrick Felipe in the new season and that young man will play for Real Madrid at next.
Real Madrid are in for only tougher title runs, not giving up but ready to take up their length to trophies levels. Real Madrid are good club and competitive, they are the best club currently in La Liga. They have the best competitive run and they're going for only good results. Carlo Ancelotti have players that ate hunger to play football, they don't joke with their roles on the pitch. A number 9 player doesn't play any significant role though they need good players, other players that play different roles delivered the club in crucial times.