Real Madrid is looking for a new center-back and everyone knows it. Agents, intermediaries and even clubs have already contacted Florentino to offer their players. The truth is that some calls have aroused the president's curiosity. One of those offers is that of Jonathan Tah, an international defender for Germany whose contract ends in 2025.
Jonathan Tah and his circles have made it clear that he won't continue at Bayer Leverkusen next season. His contract expires on June 30 and he wants to take the leap to a big team. Real Madrid has been after him for some time. However, what Florentino didn't expect was the call offering his early arrival: next winter transfer market.
Sky Germany has discovered that Jonathan Tah has become a real option for Real Madrid in January. In this regard, Bild has even put a price on him, valuing the German's departure at 15 million euros.
Sources have informed Madrid-Barcelona that Real Madrid consider the 15 million euros for Jonathan Tah "too much". Not because he isn't worth that but because his contract ends six months later. He could arrive for free if he waits a little longer. If they can negotiate and lower his price, the truth is that Florentino "would seriously consider" the possibility of signing him next winter.
Florentino Stays Calm: Madrid Will Not Do Anything Crazy for Jonathan Tah
The truth is that Jonathan Tah is of interest, but only if he arrives on a free transfer or at a very affordable price. Despite the difficulties that are being experienced in defense, there's total and absolute calm At Madrid.
Madrid has found a treasure at La Fábrica: Raúl Asencio. The youth-team player did more than passing his first big test, showing defensive solidity that contributed to Madrid's victory.
The conditions for his participation in the first team are clear: He will only play when the first-team defenders are absent. This agreement reflects Carlo Ancelotti's intention to give opportunities to young players, while keeping the hierarchy in the squad.
For Carlo Ancelotti, having Raúl Asencio as an option in defense is an advantage in times of emergency. However, the coach knows that he needs a top-class reinforcement for big games. The priority remains to sign in January, although Asencio has so far performed well.
Florentino is taking it easy and won't overpay for anyone, let alone Jonathan Tah, who becomes a free agent in 2025.