Calafat Makes a Move for Theo Hernández, Asks the Frenchman for an Effort: 'Don't Do It...'

One of Real Madrid's most recent sagas for the next transfer market is at the left-back position. Although initially it didn't seem to be one of the positions marked for changes given the results of this season, what happened on the field would demand a total change.

Meanwhile, the continuity of Fran García and Ferland Mendy is not guaranteed. To become extremely competitive again in that position, the offices at Valdebebas are exploring several signing opportunities in the European soccer elite, among which a former youth player stands out. Theo Hernández is at the top of the list of potential signings.

The player with a past in La Fábrica couldn't establish himself as a first-team footballer before his departure from the white club in summer 2018 to the European elite. His excellent performance and records in teams like AC Milan have long returned him to the list of potential signings for the Madrid bosses, but only now does it gain relevance.

The offices at Valdebebas are aware of the current disagreements between Theo Hernández's personal and professional environment and the rossoneri sports management. Given this disparity of opinions, the established left-back still hasn't started talks to renew his current contract, which ends in summer 2026.

Maximum Suspense

Real Madrid considers this situation an exceptional opportunity to acquire the services of a fully established footballer in the elite with sufficient capabilities. But the possibility of him extending his contract with the Italian squad is present, prompting Juni Calafat to take the provisional spokesperson role for Real Madrid to send a clear message.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid's chief scout would have asked Theo Hernández not to extend his contractual bond with AC Milan in the coming months. The goal is to keep the '23' rossoneri as an option for the left-back position, also with the possibility of facing a somewhat reduced transfer due to his contractual situation.

With a bond that ends in one season, Real Madrid could 'force' AC Milan to negotiate down with Theo Hernández... given the possibility that Paolo Scaroni's entity might be forced to let one of its best players leave on a free transfer at that estimated date. At the same time, Juni Calafat asks Theo Hernández to be focused on the possibility of signing for Real Madrid, distancing himself from other offers from the European elite.

Real Madrid would seriously consider his return if the French left-back complies with Juni Calafat's request. Especially because his hiring conditions would be the main catalyst for one of the most necessary signings for the first team... given his irregular and discreet performance during the current soccer season.