Real Madrid is clear that they need to improve their defense for the upcoming season. The losses suffered in recent months have highlighted significant shortcomings. Florentino Pérez knows that strengthening the defense is a priority for the next transfer market.
Injuries have forced Carlo Ancelotti to improvise solutions in the backline. Therefore, the club president has accelerated moves to bring in new faces. The arrival of a right-back and a center-back is practically finalized.
Florentino makes moves for new defenders
The right-back position seems solved with the imminent arrival of Alexander-Arnold. His offensive quality and experience at the elite level convince Real Madrid.
For the center of the defense, Castello Lukeba is the top favorite. His youth and solidity make him a safe bet for the future. However, the big question mark remains the left-back position, an area where Florentino is seeking a definitive solution.
A new name on Atlético and Real Madrid's agenda
After analyzing different alternatives, Real Madrid set their sights on a young prospect who fits perfectly into their plans.
His physical and technical conditions make him one of the most attractive options on the market. Everything indicated that his signing was underway. However, Florentino Pérez is not entirely convinced and has decided to halt the operation at the last moment.
Milos Kerkez moves away from Bernabéu
The Hungarian defender is one of the most promising left-backs in Europe. His projection has sparked the interest of several big clubs.
Real Madrid had him on their radar, but Florentino's doubts have left the operation at a standstill. This has opened the door to new offers. Now, everything points to his destination being much closer to the Cívitas Metropolitano.
Atlético enters the race for his signing
Diego Simeone continues to seek reinforcements for his defense and has set his sights on Milos Kerkez. His profile fits perfectly into his scheme and Atlético de Madrid won't hesitate to make a formal offer in the summer. They want to get ahead of Real Madrid by securing his signing as soon as possible.
Florentino will have to decide whether to resume the operation or let Atleti take one of the great promises of European soccer.
Final Decision in the Coming Months
The transfer market hasn't started yet, but strategies are already underway. The future of Milos Kerkez remains hanging in the air.
Atlético de Madrid is clear and already working on his incorporation. At Bernabéu, however, doubts remain. Everything points to Kerkez wearing the red and white colors next season if there are no changes.