Real Madrid's summer revolution: Central defender, midfielder, and Klopp on the radar
Matteo Moretto reveals Real Madrid's summer transfer plans and potential managerial shake-up, with the club already targeting key defensive and midfield reinforcements.
Madrid’s recent struggles have prompted a serious rethink at the Bernabéu, with plans already in motion for a significant summer overhaul according to transfer insider Matteo Moretto.
Summer revolution brewing
After the Supercopa defeat, Xabi Alonso’s decision to stay at Leverkusen, and their Copa del Rey exit, Real Madrid’s top brass are already plotting their next moves. Despite the current dog’s dinner of a situation, Florentino Pérez isn’t planning any January panic buys.
Instead, the club is taking a more measured approach:
- Evaluating Raúl Arbeloa’s work with the youth setup before making coaching decisions
- Targeting at least one central defender and a midfielder for the summer window
- Considering Jürgen Klopp as a potential managerial candidate
Moretto revealed that Klopp’s character and leadership qualities have caught Florentino’s eye, though any appointment would depend on how things develop with Arbeloa, for whom the president apparently has a soft spot.
Transfer dominoes falling elsewhere
While Madrid plans for summer, other Spanish clubs are making winter moves:
- Ter Stegen’s loan to Girona is nearly complete, with Barcelona covering around 90% of his wages while Girona pays €1m
- Manchester City have beaten Atlético Madrid to Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi
- Barcelona president Laporta is keen on Julián Álvarez but will wait for Lewandowski’s decision before pursuing a major striker
Smaller deals bubbling up
The transfer specialist also highlighted several deals nearing completion for mid-table sides:
- Getafe have secured Uruguayan forward Martin Satriano from Lyon
- Girona are close to finalizing Fran Beltrán’s move from Celta Vigo
- Real Oviedo are negotiating for Juanmi and have inquired about Bakambu (also an Alavés target)
The coming months promise to be absolutely crucial for Los Blancos as they look to reset after a disappointing period. With money in the old back pocket and Florentino’s determination to maintain their status at the top of European football, expect some proper Bobby Dazzlers when the summer window opens.