Real Madrid is going through a difficult time in the defensive area. With injuries to Dani Carvajal and Éder Militão, Carlo Ancelotti's team is forced to look for solutions to reinforce the back line.
Given the lack of players, the club has had to turn to young talents from the youth system. Still, the options for the next transfer market seem to go further. Florentino Pérez has started making moves and one of the names being strongly mentioned is Miguel Gutiérrez, current Girona player.
Miguel Gutiérrez: the Ideal Candidate for the Left Back
Miguel Gutiérrez, who was in the youth ranks of Real Madrid, has shown great fitness since his departure to Girona. The left-back, who left in search of more playing time, has left good impressions with his performance. This was especially noticeable during the recent match against the white team.
During that match, Gutiérrez excelled by combining his defensive solidity with important contributions in attack, which didn't go unnoticed by Real Madrid's scouts.
The Merengue club had already shown interest in him before. His performance this season has only reinforced expectations. In addition, Girona has achieved a historic qualification for the Champions League, largely thanks to the performance of key players such as Gutiérrez.
The Buyback Clause: a Key Factor
One advantage for Real Madrid is that Gutiérrez remains theirs thanks to a buyback clause in his contract with Girona. This clause allows the club to renew the full-back for a sum of 8 million euros. The figure is considerably low compared to the player's market value.
While other clubs would have to pay 35 million, Real Madrid can re-sign Gutiérrez for a much lower price.
The Future of the Team and Internal Competition
Gutiérrez's return is seen as an answer to Real Madrid's current left-back problems. With Ferland Mendy and Fran García facing criticism for inconsistent performances, the addition of Gutiérrez could be the solution. His ability to contribute in defense and attack makes him a valuable asset for the future of the club.
Real Madrid's interest in Miguel Gutiérrez is real and taking shape. Florentino Pérez has made the decision to activate the buy-back clause and bring the left-back back for next season. With the support of his good season at Girona and the financial advantage of the clause, the transfer seems to be getting closer to becoming a reality.