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.
Atletico Madrid has definitively ended their pursuit of Cristian Romero, turning their attention to a new roster of defensive targets. David Hancko, Piero Hincapie, Jhon Lucumi, and Murillo are now on their radar, with a mystery signing also hinted at.