6 months ago
31 La Liga giants Real Madrid may step into the market soon to sign a new right-back.
Los Blancos have already won the La Liga title and their next target is winning the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund.
They could finish the season with a league and a Champions League double, however, they would be looking to add players to their squad soon.
Kylian Mbappe is reportedly ready to join them after confirming his exit from Paris Saint-Germain this summer.
Another player they could target is Chelsea right-back and captain Reece James.
Real Madrid, who have long admired James, won’t pursue a right-back this summer since it’s not high on their list of priorities, according to Diario AS.
However, if the Englishman can overcome his knee problems in the upcoming year, Los Blancos may try to pursue a transfer in 2025.
The Chelsea defender has been linked to the La Liga giants on many occasions in the past.
Reece James in action for Chelsea
The Spanish club need a new right-back with both Dani Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez 32-year-old and past their peak.
For James to get the big move to Real Madrid, he would first have to prove his fitness to the La Liga champions.
The England international has regular suffered injury issues in his career and he has failed to get a long run in the team.
Last weekend, he made his return to football after a five month spell on the sideline.
Chelsea right-back can shine at Real Madrid
If he can overcome his fitness problems, he would be the ideal right-back for Real Madrid.
They want their full-backs to attack and create chances from wide positions and James is an ideal candidate to do that.
The Chelsea right-back has strength and pace along with an impressive crossing ability, making him a perfect example of a modern day right-back.
James could be reunited with his former Chelsea teammate Antonio Rudiger at the Santiago Bernabeu if Real move ahead with their interest.
