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Real Madrid is clear that they need to strengthen their defense with a top-level central defender in the upcoming summer transfer window, and Florentino Pérez already has three priority options on his radar: Castello Lukeba, Micky Van de Ven, and Josko Gvardiol.
The white club has seen how the injuries to Éder Militão and Antonio Rüdiger have affected the stability of their defense, which has hastened the search for a young, quality defender with long-term potential.
The 3 center-backs Real Madrid has in sight for the summer
-Castello Lukeba: Among the three candidates, Lukeba is the youngest at just 22 years old, currently playing for RB Leipzig with a contract until 2029. This French center-back has appeared in 15 games this season and has become a key piece in the German defense.
-Micky Van de Ven: On the other hand, Micky Van de Ven, also 23 years old, plays for Tottenham with a similar contract until 2029. This Dutch defender has shown great performance in the Premier League, featuring in 11 games this season.
-Josko Gvardiol: The third name on the list is Josko Gvardiol, a 22-year-old Croatian center-back who has excelled at Manchester City, playing 28 matches so far this season. Gvardiol is considered one of the most promising defenders in world football, and his versatility makes him a very attractive option for Real Madrid.
The main obstacle for the merengue club is the high price of these players, who, due to their youth and quality, will not come cheap. However, Florentino Pérez is willing to invest in the future of Real Madrid's defense, hoping that one of these players will become a key piece for the next decade.
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