Real Madrid faces urgent need for defensive overhaul- Concerns over ageing backline, lack of depth, and player fitness- Carlo Ancelotti forced to rely on midfielders and academy players- Injuries to key defenders like Eder Militao and David Alaba.
- Limited options with only Rudiger and Vallejo available- Potential use of youth player Raul Asencio- Looking to bring in new central defender for short-term solution- Revamp needed in defense to sustain dominance in Europe
- Real Madrid dealing with issues on the flanks as Carvajal and Vazquez face injuries- Need for a new right-back with Carvajal and Vazquez aging- Lack of defensive investments in recent years
- – Missed opportunity to sign a top central defender last summer
- – Loss of potential signing Leny Yoro to Manchester United Rise of Joan Martinez impacting Real Madrid’s transfer decisions
- – Current reliance on Militao, Rudiger, and Alaba in defense Vallejo not a key part of Ancelotti’s plans- Alaba’s age adds to Real Madrid’s defensive concerns
Real Madrid certainly faces a challenging situation with their defense. With Rudiger and Alaba both nearing the end of their careers and Militao sidelined until at least summer 2025, the urgency to find long-term replacements is clear. The injuries to Militao are particularly concerning, as they could significantly impact his performance upon return. Trusting young players like Raul Asencio could be a positive step, but the focus on securing a new central defender in the winter transfer window seems essential for the club’s future stability at the back.
