Neither Huijsen nor Saliba: The Hidden Gem for Real Madrid's Defense That's Almost Done

Real Madrid has been working all season to strengthen the defense this coming summer. For the right-back position, they already have a closed deal with Alexander Arnold. However, they are also very alert to possible candidates to occupy the center-back position.

Saliba was the most favored option, but this summer he will cost an unaffordable fortune for the white team. Huijsen is a more economical possibility, although they believe he could benefit from a few more years of experience. That's why they have focused on another alternative that they have very close.

Real Madrid youth player, currently at Lazio, Mario Gila,indisputable piece in the Italian team.

When they transferred him to Lazio, they retained 50 percent of his rights, which would facilitate his return. At Real Madrid, they believe he could be a good option and have not ruled it out. However, for the moment, they haven't made a move to bring Gila back.

Gila, an Option for Real Madrid Considering the Defense

The name Mario Gila has suddenly emerged as a candidate for Real Madrid's defense. However, the truth is that he would be the last option since they have other alternatives they prefer. But they are aware that it won't be easy to secure his signing this summer.

In the case of Saliba, they don't even reconsider it since the price Arsenal would ask is out of the market. They are thinking of him for 2026, as long as he continues without renewing his contract. His contract with the Gunners ends in 2027, so they would be forced to negotiate or they could lose him for free.

Meanwhile, with Huijsen, the big problem is the competition that exists to secure his signing. That will increase the price, which will be above 50 million. At Real Madrid, they consider that the best thing would be for him to have one more season of growth at his current club.