Real Madrid is going through a season full of challenges. The current squad needs reinforcements, especially in defense. The backline is not working as expected and the club is looking to improve it.
However, the team is not making any transfers next winter transfer window. Club president Florentino Pérez has decided that Real Madrid will not make any transfers this January. This decision follows the line of the last five years, in which no transfers have been made in this window.
Ancelotti Waits until June
Team manager Carlo Ancelotti says that he'll wait until the summer transfer window to reinforce the squad. The Italian coach knows that he needs more players in defense.
In particular, the club will be looking for two full-backs, a center-back and a central midfielder. These transfers will be made in June in order to improve the team for the upcoming season. For now, the club doesn't plan to make any moves in the coming months.
Youth Players as an Alternative
Meanwhile, Ancelotti has two youth-team players available: Asencio and Fortea. Both players are training with the first team and have the support of the coach.
Ancelotti hopes that youngsters can get more opportunities in the league. This is a sign that Real Madrid values its youth system and is betting on young talents. Asencio and Fortea will have to prove that they can be useful for the team during this period.
Sergio Ramos: in the Spotlight
Amidst the uncertainty, Sergio Ramos's name came up. The veteran defender, who became out of contract after leaving PSG, was linked to Real Madrid.
Many fans dreamed of his return, as the player doesn't have a club. However, the reality is different. Ramos's return is not an option for the club.
Florentino Pérez has told Sergio Ramos that he won't return to Real Madrid. The decision is clear: The club will not sign a 37-year-old player.
Although Ramos was a key player in the club's history, his age plus the current needs of the team make his return unfeasible. The squad needs to be renewed and Real Madrid doesn't believe that Ramos fits into those plans.
The Fans' Illusion
Real Madrid fans have been dreaming of Ramos' return. For them, it would be an act of justice to see their historic captain back.
Ramos left an indelible mark on the club and his departure from PSG led many to think about his return. However, the club has decided to look to the future. Real Madrid wants to bet on younger, growing players.