It is now quite evident that Real Madrid will return to the market for centre-back reinforcements next summer. David Alaba appears to be on his way out as a free agent at the conclusion of the season, as his contract has expired and a renewal is improbable.
Antonio Rudiger, with his fitness issues, might end up in the same situation. As a result, Real Madrid will attempt to recruit a new defender, with many names already named as prospective targets, one of them is RB Leipzig star Castello Lukeba.
According to Defensa Central, Lukeba’s agency has contacted Real Madrid to propose the French defender as a potential summer signing. According to the report, the 22-year-old centre-back’s contract with RB Leipzig has a €65 million release clause, which Real Madrid sees as an impediment to his transfer.
Real Madrid keeping tabs on €40m Bundesliga defender
According to ESPN’s Rodra, Real Madrid is also considering RB Leipzig center defender Castello Lukeba as an alternative. The 22-year-old Frenchman was also on Los Blancos’ radar last year, but he eventually signed a new contract with the German club until 2029.
Despite having a long-term deal, Lukeba remains a target for Real Madrid because to his age and talent, as well as the fact that he has already gained top-level experience. The fact that he is left-footed also helps him.
Lukeba signed a new deal with the Bundesliga club last year, committing until 2029. As a result, talks over a lesser transfer cost are doubtful, and Real Madrid does not intend to satisfy his release clause amount.
After all, the Merengues have other choices on the table, like Ibrahima Konate, Dayot Upamecano, and Marc Guehi, all of whom will be available for free in the summer when their current contracts with their respective clubs expire. To earn a transfer to Real Madrid in the summer, Lukeba must persuade RB Leipzig to decrease their asking price for him.
