Real Madrid Confidencial The man who knocked Real Madrid out of last season's Champions League, linked with the club
He was Real Madrid's executioner and now he could be one of the top-level signings for the Merengue team
The Merengue side is rebuilding after a past season that was one to forget entirely, as they weren't up to the level in any competition. In this case, the Champions League was one of the most painful blows after falling to Arsenal by a heavy aggregate score. After this, according to what Defensa Central has learned, the possible signing of Declan Rice is a topic of conversation at the club's table.
The English midfielder is one of the most consistent and prominent players in the Premier League, being a great signing by the London side. Executioner of the Madrid side with two unbelievable free kicks and a promising career ahead, he could be the ideal option for the midfield. Although there is other information stating that Florentino Pérez and another sector of the club's top management don't see him as a viable option.
Discussion about Rice
This player, since his breakthrough with West Ham, has been a footballer under many spotlights, but rarely like that night in London. Two perfect free kicks condemned Real Madrid, which was unrecognizable and whose failure was confirmed in the return leg. This started to generate a conversation about whether or not there would be an attempt to sign the British midfielder.
The board has been analyzing the possibility of strengthening the midfield with a player of stature after Modric's departure and Kroos's retirement. However, they consider that very few could contribute something similar or at least a defined play style. For many fans, Rice would be the ideal answer, being an organizer, ball-winner, and much more with or without the ball.
However, the other side of the coin indicates that the same board might not be entirely convinced that he could be the ideal option. They consider that there are other profiles that fit more with Alonso's play style and could be more efficient alternatives. Although the option isn't ruled out that, if an interesting offer comes up, they could try to make a move for the player, although it seems complicated.
This season will be key
Surely, the board will observe its targets this season, which will be key for making moves in this area for the team. Rice will then have the opportunity to be linked with the Merengue side or, on the contrary, be ruled out altogether
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