According to Spanish newspaper AS, although Real Madrid may need to strengthen their defense, they will not sign German center-back Mats Hummels, who is currently a free agent. Sources within Real Madrid have confirmed this decision, saying they will not consider signing the experienced defender.
The 35-year-old Hummels became a free agent after leaving Borussia Dortmund. Although he impressed in last season’s Champions League, including scoring a crucial goal against Paris Saint-Germain and being named man of the match, Real Madrid still believe he does not meet the club’s signing criteria.
Real Madrid have adopted a more cautious strategy in the transfer market. After the departure of Álvaro Odriozola to Manchester United, Real Madrid are more inclined to look for players who can serve the club for a long time and fit their youthfulness strategy. For example, after Karim Benzema’s departure, Real Madrid did not rush to find a traditional number 9, but focused on signing young Kylian Mbappé and looking forward to the arrival of Endrick.
At the center-back position, Real Madrid are confident in their existing squad. Éder Militão and Antonio Rüdiger will be the club’s starting pairing, while David Alaba is expected to return from injury in November. In addition, Aurélien Tchouaméni can also play as a center-back, and Sergio Vallejo, who has returned from a loan spell at Granada, is also an option. Vallejo is eager to get more playing time in the team, which provides the team with more tactical flexibility.
With Odriozola joining Manchester United and Nacho joining a club in Saudi Arabia, Vallejo has a chance to showcase his abilities. After Alaba’s return, Real Madrid will have four center-backs, plus Tchouaméni, who can play as a center-back. Real Madrid believe this squad is sufficient to cope with the upcoming busy schedule.
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