Real Madrid ruled out the signings of Rúben Dias and Bastoni!

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The Real Madrid's transfer market considered the signings of Alessandro Bastoni, Inter Milan's center-back, and Rúben Dias, Manchester City's defender, during the past summer, but shelved both options after securing the signing of Ibrahima Konaté as a free agent. According to the information disclosed by Fabrizio Romano, the club prioritized the Frenchman's arrival and postponed the possibility of adding another center-back.

The decision avoided negotiating transfers for two players under contract, whereas Konaté arrived from Liverpool at no transfer cost. The Frenchman signed until June 30, 2030, giving the sports management an option for the defense without paying a transfer fee to the English club.

Real Madrid chose Konaté over Bastoni and Rúben Dias

Konaté's deal altered Real Madrid's plans for the center of the defense. Before securing the French international, the club had considered two top-level competitive profiles: Bastoni, aged 27, and Dias, aged 29, respectively linked to Inter and Manchester City.

The Italian stands out for his ball distribution and ability to contribute in building from the back, whereas the Portuguese has been a key player for the English team for several seasons. However, neither ended up joining Santiago Bernabéu during that transfer window.

The economic difference also weighed in the comparison. Konaté became a free agent after his Liverpool stint, while signing Bastoni or Dias would have required negotiations with their clubs and assuming a transfer fee. There have been no reports of formal offers from Madrid for either defender.

This decision is not necessarily a permanent dismissal of their names. Recent reports suggest the club remains open to reinforcing the defensive line again when the market reopens.

Bastoni gains strength in the planning for 2027

Real Madrid's planning for 2027 summer will depend partly on the outgoing movements and the needs left by the season. The contract of Antonio Rüdiger expires in June of that year, while the future of Raúl Asencio has also been linked to a possible exit. The availability of spots in the squad might influence another center-back's arrival.

In this scenario, Alessandro Bastoni emerges as a relevant option again. His contract with Inter and the lack of a confirmed offer from Real Madrid prevent discussing an ongoing negotiation, but his name was among the candidates examined before Konaté's arrival.

Rúben Dias, on the other hand, remains linked to Manchester City, with no reported agreement between the clubs. His potential signing would depend on Real Madrid reigniting interest and the economic and sporting conditions being met to proceed.

Konaté doesn't definitively close the door to another center-back

Konaté's signing resolved an immediate need but does not rule out the possibility of Real Madrid seeking another defender in the next summer market. The squad's evolution, contracts nearing expiration, and decisions on possible departures will determine whether they revisit Bastoni or explore alternatives.

Currently, there is no announced date to resume contacts or an official offer for the Inter center or Dias. The upcoming summer window will be crucial to see if the club converts that exploratory interest into a concrete operation.

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