Real Madrid are looking for a central defender this winter. Here is the detailed profile of 5 players, who are in the sights of the Merengues.
Already looking for a central defender this summer, Real Madrid ultimately did not recruit in this sector and just strengthened its attack with Kylian Mbappé and Endrick. However, LOSC star Leny Yoro has long been in the sights of the Merengues, who have never taken action.
But this winter with the injury of Eder Militao and the return of David Alaba, which is still awaited, the Spanish giant has no choice and must absolutely recruit a central defender. Discover below the interesting profiles of 5 players, who have been linked to Real Madrid for this winter.
Aymeric Laporte, the voice of wisdom
Aymeric Laporte is perhaps the most logical choice to strengthen Spain’s central defense. At 30, he is still in top form and would certainly not say no to a return to Europe, since he has been exiled for a year and a half in Saudi Arabia.
Spanish international and even European champion this summer by being an indisputable starter throughout the competition, the native of Agen has everything to establish himself as an important player at Real Madrid. Left-handed, he would form a very complementary hinge with Antonio Rudiger. He is now valued at €20 million by Transfermarkt.
Castello Lukeba, the jewel perhaps too expensive
Real missed Leny Yoro, will they miss Castello Lukeba? The 21-year-old French central defender now plays for RB Leipzig. He signed there in August 2023 from his training club, Olympique Lyonnais.
An indisputable holder since his arrival at the German club, Lukeba has a great future. The RBL is aware of this and has already extended it until June 2029. An extension which could increase its starting price, while it is currently valued at €40 million.
Jorrel Hato, the bet for the future
Still in the style of young central defender with great potential, there is of course Jorrel Hato. At just 18 years old, he has been an important player for Ajax Amsterdam since last season. He could prove to be a great option for the future of the Spanish giant, but also at the moment, as Real Madrid wishes? That is the question.
This left-handed central defender, also capable of playing as a left-back, Jorrel Hato could, like Aymeric Laporte, perfectly accompany Antonio Rudiger in central defense. Ajax, on the other hand, could demand more than 30 million euros for their nugget, while Premier League and Serie A clubs are also on the hunt.
Mario Hermoso, former cadre des Colchoneros
A former Atlético Madrid on the approach? A member of the Colochoneros in recent years, Mario Hermoso moved to AS Roma this summer following the end of his contract with the club in the Spanish capital. At 28 years old, he knows the Spanish championship perfectly and would perform well upon his arrival.
A little in difficulty in Italy, where he is currently injured, he would surely not be against a return to the country, especially with an ambitious project such as that of Real Madrid. He would also be one of the cheapest defenders on the market with a market value of €18 million.
Jonathan Tah, the nice shot without risk
In the register of experienced defender but still in great shape, there is also Jonathan Tah. The German central defender has been a Bayer Leverkusen executive for many seasons. In the sights of Bayern Munich this summer, he ultimately remained at B04.
At 1.95m tall, he is a very solid defender in duels, who also has a very interesting contractual situation. Tah is in fact at the end of his contract at the end of the season and Real Madrid could therefore recover him this winter for a very affordable price.
