Real Madrid have decided to go into the January transfer market to make a big transfer in the center of defense. Éder Militão is out with a long-term injury and they need a player capable of making him forget what remains of the season. Sergio Ramos' name has been mentioned a lot, and the former captain is even willing to return, but Florentino Pérez seems to have other plans, and his mobile hasn't stopped ringing.
'Madrid-Barcelona' has been able to learn that since the extent of Militão's injury became known, Florentino Pérez hasn't stopped receiving calls. A multitude of agents and intermediaries have contacted the president of Real Madrid to put the names of their players on the table. Specifically, there have been two powerful names whose offer to play at Bernabéu has been firm and powerful, they are willing to push the machine.
Sergio Ramos, a Transfer in Danger: 2 Powerful Offers Arrive at Real Madrid
He is someone that Florentino Pérez has been sounding out for some time and he has been surprised by the quick call. We are talking about Vitor Reis , the Palmeiras center-back, whose offer to Real Madrid has come from an intermediary. If this move is made, he would arrive in Europe at 19 years old and eager to do well. He is a profile that the president likes a lot and has, for some time, held in high regard.
Vitor Reis has already shown leadership and maturity that is rare in players of his age. He has been captain of various youth teams in the Brazilian national team and has had an immediate impact at Palmeiras. More than enough reasons to attract the attention of Real Madrid.
The problem is that Palmeiras don't want to let go of their jewel easily. The Brazilian club has made it clear that it intends to keep Vitor Reis until the 2025 Club World Cup. Which would mean that any team interested in him would've to wait or pay an amount close to his release clause, set at 100 million euros. Impossible for Madrid.
The other strong offer that has reached Florentino Pérez's phone is that of Aymeric Laporte , Spain's starting center-back. Laporte wants to play for Real Madrid and would do everything in his power to get it... even offering the possibility of negotiating the termination of his contract with Al-Nassr to arrive for free.
The main problem lies with the Saudi Arabian team. A year and a half ago they paid 27.5 million euros to sign Laporte from City. He still has a year and a half left on his contract and they will not accept him leaving for free. If he does, Real Madrid will have to pay.
These offers from Vitor Reis and Laporte following the injury of Éder Militão have surprised and pleased Florentino, but he will take his time in the search. The president is in no hurry and will analyze all the options carefully. There is time.