Actual Madrid have introduced in Dean Huijsen this summer season to the tune of €60m, however are nonetheless eager on strengthening the centre-back place both this yr or subsequent. The likes of David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger are transferring on, in all chance subsequent season, and there may be uncertainty over how Eder Militao will reply after cruciate ligament accidents in successive seasons.
Los Blancos have thus been strongly linked with Ibrahima Konate in consequence, who’s excessive on their record of choices for subsequent summer season – or this one for the precise value. The Frenchman is a free agent subsequent summer season, and has so far rebuffed Liverpool’s makes an attempt to signal him to a brand new deal.
Actual Madrid stay concerned about William Saliba
It isn’t lengthy since William Saliba was being cited as Los Blancos’ prime goal for this summer season although, even when that discuss has since eased over price considerations. However, Diario AS say that Actual Madrid stay very concerned about Saliba. Arsenal are doing their greatest to increase his deal, but when he doesn’t achieve this, Actual Madrid may look to capitalise subsequent summer season. They’ve continued scouting the 24-year-old.
Champions League efficiency towards Mbappe
Actual Madrid had an opportunity to observe Saliba up shut within the Champions League, and have been mightily impressed by how he dealt with Kylian Mbappe throughout the tie. His compatriot noticed little of aim within the second leg, and Saliba’s performances solely elevated Los Blancos’ curiosity in him. It’s value remembering that Actual Madrid have already been in contact together with his brokers to ascertain the parameters of non-public phrases.
Actual Madrid reliant on contract negotiations
In each the circumstances of Konate and Saliba, Actual Madrid are hoping that they won’t signal new offers, in essence laying the groundwork for Los Blancos to strike inexpensive offers. If Liverpool and Arsenal can agree new contracts with their star defenders, then Actual Madrid are unlikely to pursue a transfer at excessive value. As evidenced by the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold although, Los Blancos exert a powerful pull over gamers.