Real Madrid Confidencial Real Madrid Makes a Move: A New Starting Left-Back on the Way for 2025-26
Surprise with the Chosen One to Reinforce the Left Back Next Season
After the 3-0 against Arsenal, Real Madrid are trying to draw conclusions from what happened at the Emirates. It's true that in the heat of the moment, it's very difficult to make a coherent assessment. But they are looking at possible solutions for the summer that could arrive in the market.
One of them would involve strengthening the left-back position, although in this case, it would be with a striking solution. Against Arsenal, Ancelotti opted for David Alaba in that position. This isn't so far-fetched since he began his career playing in that very spot.
It's true that right now he lacks rhythm due to his serious injury that has kept him out of play for more than a year. Additionally, he's not accustomed to the automatisms required to be a left-back. But if he is refined, they don't rule out that he could be an emergency solution for 2025-26.
With Rüdiger, Militao, and Asencio, it seems difficult for him to have many minutes in the center of the defense. But considering the doubts caused by Mendy and Fran García this season, the option of Alaba playing on the left could occur in quite a few matches.
An Economic Option and Another at Zero Cost for Real Madrid
The truth is that Real Madrid had their sights set on signing Alphonso Davies this summer. But it's already known by everyone that he finally ended up renewing his contract with Bayern. That left the white team with few options to strengthen the left side of the defense.
Kerkez is appealing but could cost a fortune, so the options are starting to be limited. Miguel Gutiérrez is an economic alternative due to the clause they have signed. He could return for 8 million euros, and considering his level, it seems like a bargain in the market.
The other option is the aforementioned Alaba, especially when experience is sought and Mendy isn't available. However, for this, the Austrian has to take a step forward in his readiness. Since he has the conditions to be reliable at the back and contribute to the creation of play.
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