Real Madrid Confidencial The Reason Why Saliba Won't Come to Real Madrid, They Reveal the List of Center-Backs
Carlos Carpio, on Rubén Martín's channel, revealed the central defenders most liked by Real Madrid
A few weeks ago, it was announced that William Saliba had become Real Madrid's main target for the coming years. The French defender, whose contract ends in 2027, has yet to reach an agreement with Arsenal for his renewal.
Several British journalists confirmed that the white club is closely monitoring his situation. In Spain, it is stated that William Saliba is Florentino Pérez's top priority to strengthen the defense. Additionally, players like Antonio Rüdiger and David Alaba could leave the club in 2026 or 2027 at the latest.
There Are Other Players on Real Madrid's List
However, William Saliba is not the only name on Real Madrid's list to strengthen the defense. Another player who could be in second place is Castello Lukeba. He was one of the first to be mentioned after Éder Militão's serious injury.
Additionally, RB Leipzig renewed his contract but included a release clause valid for three consecutive years.
The French defender could leave the German club next summer for a figure of 90 million euros. However, if Florentino decides to wait another year, Lukeba would have the possibility to join Real Madrid for 80 million euros in 2026.
In 2027, not only would his price drop by 10 million, but Madridists could sign this top-level center-back for 65 million.
What Profiles Are Liked at Real Madrid?
Carlos Carpio went to Twitch channel of Rubén Martín to talk about the current situation of the Madrid club. Among many other topics, the journalist addressed the situation of the possible signing of a central defender.
"From Madrid, they insist that this summer they are not going to look for a center-back. I think it's for two reasons", said Carlos Carpio first.
"The first is that they consider it important, but they have to negotiate with whichever club it is. Or two, they want to wait a year, to reach the summer of 2026 when Saliba would have one year left on his contract. In that situation, it would be possible to get a reasonable price with Arsenal", he explained.
"At Arsenal, who are very smart, they have found out everything and are in a hurry to renew Saliba. They fear Madrid's move next year", he stated.
"I think they like Saliba more than Lukeba. The thing is, they know it's more complicated to get Saliba than Lukeba", he concluded.
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