Real Madrid faces tough decisions on three key veterans whose contracts expire next summer. With Courtois secured, the futures of Antonio Rüdiger, Dani Carvajal, and David Alaba hang in the balance due to age, injury, and club policy.
Real Madrid faces defensive uncertainty despite new signings. With key players injured or struggling, the club reportedly has been offered Bayer Leverkusen's Piero Hincapie, a familiar face for Xabi Alonso, potentially shoring up their backline options.
After a disappointing Club World Cup exit, Real Madrid are aggressively pursuing defensive reinforcements. Doubts loom over their current backline, with Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate emerging as a key target, potentially joining this summer if financial conditions align.
Real Madrid advanced to the Club World Cup semis but will face PSG without Dean Huijsen due to a red card. Coach Xabi Alonso faces a defensive dilemma, with key players already sidelined, for the crucial MetLife Stadium clash.
