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Premier Forces Florentino to Act, They Want to Steal a Jewel: 50 'Kilos' or Farewell

Real Madrid's president knows he has to step up if he wants to transfer this player

Real Madrid is still working on transfering a central defender. In Valdebebas, they are clear that they need to strengthen and rejuvenate the defensive line. Thus, the club's roadmap involves acquiring the services of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alphonso Davies, and a central defender.

A player who is highly favored for the defensive line is Ousmane Diomandé, a young Ivorian central defender who plays for Sporting de Portugal. The club's offices have prepared a series of reports on this player, although he certainly has a significant market.

A soccer player in a white uniform of Sporting CP is in action during a match.
Ousmane Diomandé with Sporting de Portugal | Real Madrid Confidencial

According to A Bola, a prestigious Portuguese newspaper, several Premier League teams have already shown interest in him. Specifically, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea want him for the next season. The outlet adds that the operation would cost around 50 million euros.

Madrid already knows

As expected, within Real Madrid, they are already aware of all the "offers" this central defender has. The truth is he fits perfectly into the club's transfer policy that has been in place for several years. He is only 21 years old and has an entire career ahead of him.

Thus, it remains to be seen if the Madrid institution considers this player to have the generational label. This is what Florentino Pérez and his closest associates are really looking for. The chosen one was Leny Yoro, but, as everyone already knows, he opted to join Manchester United.

Main Objective

The offensive area of Carlo Ancelotti's team is more than covered. Mbappé, Vinícius, Bellingham, and Rodrygo are destined to make history with the merengue jersey. For this reason, there is no rush to strengthen the offensive area.

Soccer player in red uniform on the field during a match.
Trent Alexander-Arnold during a Liverpool match | Real Madrid Confidencial

The objective and urgency are in defense. Madrid has been working on this matter for a long time, especially with an eye on summer. For the winter market, no arrivals are expected, although, according to Telemadrid, a delegation from the white team will travel to Liverpool to try to finalize Arnold's arrival.

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