This is the defense that Real Madrid wants to build for the 26/27 season

Apuesta a este partido aquí

UEFA Champions League

1 X 2

PSG Arsenal

30/05/26 18:00:00

2.30 3.30 3.10

 PUBLICIDAD

Cuotas validas al publicarse, sujetas a cambios. Regístrese en bet365, ingrese 5€ o más en su cuenta y conseguirá un 100% de su ingreso válido en créditos de apuesta (hasta 100€). Solo para clientes nuevos. Se aplican las condiciones. Las ganancias no incluyen el importe de los créditos de apuesta. Se aplican premios máximos, restricciones de juego, límites de tiempo y condiciones. Es necesario registrarse.

Real Madrid has identified defense as the major area of concern this season. Problems in the heart of the defense have impacted collective performance and forced the club to rethink its planning for the upcoming season.

At Chamartín, they are already working with a clear roadmap: a deep renewal in the center of defense that combines strategic departures and top-level signings.

Key departures in the defensive line

Everything indicates that the summer will mark the end of a cycle for two important names. David Alaba has gone from being a pillar to becoming a constant question mark in recent years. Repeated injuries and lack of continuity have reduced his impact to the point where his future at Real Madrid seems sealed.

Meanwhile, Antonio Rüdiger is nearing the end of his contract and everything indicates he will not renew. The German center-back is set to head to the Middle East in search of one last big contract. His departure would leave a significant void in terms of experience and leadership.

These two departures force the club to act decisively. The defense needs stability, hierarchy, and youth to ensure immediate performance and long-term projection.

Cuti Romero or Schlotterbeck, the big decision

In terms of new signings, two names are at the center of the debate. Cristian Romero is one of the top favorites. The Argentine center-back would bring aggression, competitive character, and elite experience. His profile fits the club's demands, and the fans view his arrival favorably.

The other candidate is Nico Schlotterbeck, a defender from Borussia Dortmund. Younger and with room to grow, the German stands out for his ball distribution and ability to play in an advanced defensive line.

The plan is clear: only one of the two will land in Chamartín. The final decision will depend on economic, contractual, and sporting factors. The board is working concurrently on both operations to maintain an edge in the market.

Jacobo Ramón, the future bet

In addition to a marquee signing, the club will reclaim its own talent. Jacobo Ramón, a 21-year-old academy product, was sold to Como 1907 last summer and is causing a sensation in Serie A.

Real Madrid retained a buy-back option, and all signs point to its exercise. The idea is to integrate him into the first-team dynamics as a present and future alternative.

The combination of a double departure, a major signing, and the recovery of young talent outlines a profound change in the white defense. The goal is clear: to end defensive woes and build a solid, competitive line.

The summer will be decisive. Real Madrid has a plan in place and must now execute it precisely to restore stability to a position that has raised too many doubts this season.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Esta es la defensa que quiere armar el Real Madrid para la 26/27