Real Madrid is already quietly working on rebuilding its defense for the next season. Eduardo Inda has dropped the bomb: there is a dark horse strongly rumored to reinforce the white defense.
It is Jonathan Tah, current player of Bayer Leverkusen and one of the key pieces of Xabi Alonso's team.
Real Madrid has an alternative for Huijsen
Florentino Pérez is clear about one thing: he prefers Tah, who arrives on a free transfer, rather than paying around 60 million for Huijsen. According to what Inda revealed on "El Chiringuito," Huijsen already has an alternative. Tah would be the chosen one to strengthen a defensive line that needs muscle, experience, and hierarchy.
Jonathan Tah has been one of the great pillars of Bayer Leverkusen in recent years. Strong, sober, with great aerial ability and clean ball distribution. The German would fit like a glove in the scheme of the future white coach, who knows him well because he has already had him under his orders at Leverkusen.
Bayern Munich is already negotiating with him
The problem is that, besides Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have been after him for some time. The latest reports speak of a final push by the Bavarian club to secure his services.
The 28-year-old center-back is liked by Real Madrid's sports management for his consistency, leadership, and international experience. Additionally, it wouldn't require an exorbitant outlay, although a signing bonus would be necessary as in all cases of free agents.
The move has the blessing of Xabi Alonso, who has already spoken wonders of the German defender, even recommending him informally to the white leadership. From Valdebebas, his tactical maturity and performance in high-demand matches are valued.
The ideal replacement for Nacho: Jack of all trades
Madrid, planning a deep defensive renewal, sees Tah as the ideal replacement for Nacho. Also, a more reliable profile than Huijsen to enter the rotation of starters alongside Asencio, Rüdiger, Militão, and Alaba.
Florentino wants to close the signing as soon as possible and avoid a summer auction. Tah has already given the green light, and only an economic agreement with Leverkusen would be needed.