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Real Madrid already knows how much it will have to pay if they want to sign Castello Lukeba, the promising center-back from RB Leipzig. The release clause of the French defender, recently renewed with his current club, is set at 90 million euros, a figure that the white club will have to consider if they decide to go for him in 2025. Following the departures of Nacho Fernández and Rafa Marín, and the physical problems of David Alaba, Carlo Ancelotti has seen his defensive line weakened, making the addition of a new top-level center-back a priority for the sports management.
Lukeba, at only 21 years old, has attracted the interest of several European giants, but Real Madrid seems to be leading the race for his signing. The young defender has been under observation for several months by the Madrid entity, which considers him the ideal candidate to strengthen the center of the defense. Lukeba's versatility also makes him an interesting option, as he could fill the left-back position, another area that the club seeks to reinforce in the long term.
Although Lukeba's recent contract with Leipzig includes a hefty clause, this has not seemed to deter Real Madrid's interest. In fact, the Spanish club could try to negotiate a more accessible price, although Leipzig, aware of the potential of their player, could prove to be tough in the negotiations. With the January transfer window around the corner, it would not be surprising if Real Madrid tried to secure the signing as soon as possible to ensure defensive solidity in the upcoming seasons.
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