Real Madrid will sign a new center-back in January

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Real Madrid will seek to sign a center-back in the upcoming winter transfer window due to the injury of Raúl Asencio, who will be out for three months after undergoing surgery. The next Real Madrid transfer window will focus on strengthening their defense.

As confirmed by the newspaper Marca, the Real Madrid academy player will undergo surgery on his right shin to address persistent discomfort he has been experiencing since the beginning of the year, with an estimated recovery period of 2 to 3 months.

🚨💣 BREAKING: Raúl Asencio is VERY CLOSE to undergoing SURGERY on his right leg due to a long-term discomfort.

He would be out for 2-3 MONTHS. @marca pic.twitter.com/XRRInow1Lv

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) September 29, 2026

Raúl Asencio's Medical Report and Jose Mourinho's Defensive Crisis

The defender has been dealing with discomfort in the affected area for 9 months, having initially opted for conservative treatment to compete in the decisive phase of the 2025-2026 season. A recent quadriceps injury, combined with limited playing time under Jose Mourinho, has prevented his official debut in the current 2026-2027 campaign.

The surgery deprives the Portuguese coach of an immediate replacement in defense just as he faces Dean Huijsen's suspension – who was sent off in the derby against Atlético Madrid – and the physical discomfort of Ibrahima Konaté after the international break, leaving the position in the hands of Antonio Rüdiger until Éder Militão's gradual return.

Real Madrid's Roadmap for the January Market

Faced with this shortage of players, the board led by Florentino Pérez has begun searching for profiles to bolster the defense in the winter market. Mourinho has requested the addition of an extra center-back to strengthen rotation with Konaté, Huijsen, and Militão, a request that becomes a top priority following the medical leave of the Canarian player.

The technical department has evaluations of defenders with European experience to ensure immediate performance without jeopardizing the club's budget. Real Madrid's medical staff will schedule Raúl Asencio's surgical intervention in the first days of October 2026.

The club's sports management will intensify the search for a center-back who fits Jose Mourinho's style of play and can fill Asencio's role in the rotation.

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