After Dani Carvajal’s injury, Real Madrid has several options available for both right-back and center-back positions. The specifics of Carvajal’s injury are becoming clearer. Media reports suggest that Real Madrid is considering multiple signings in the summer transfer window, with potential moves also taking place in the winter. If confirmed, this would be surprising given the club’s inactivity in the winter market for the past six years.
Nonetheless, the focus of executives, led by Florentino Pérez, is on the summer window of 2025, when they plan to announce the signing of an experienced central defender as a free agent. Recently, Jonathan Tah’s name has emerged as a significant option for strengthening Madrid’s central defense after the club’s unsuccessful attempt to sign Lenny Yoro.
Real Madrid’s recent solutions have not been effective, particularly due to injuries to players like Juan Martínez and David Alaba. While Alaba is nearing a return, Aurélien Tchouaméni will remain as an emergency center-back to relieve Éder Militão and Antonio Rüdiger.
Adding Jonathan Tah to the squad would mirror past acquisitions like Rüdiger and Alaba: an experienced defender under 30 arriving on a free transfer. Reports suggest that a contract renewal with Bayer Leverkusen is unlikely, increasing his chances of joining Real Madrid.
Currently, Real Madrid faces little competition for the Bayer Leverkusen defender, although Barcelona is still interested in him as a free agent for the summer of 2025. Real Madrid could potentially outbid Barcelona if Tah prefers a move to the Bernabéu.
The newspaper noted that the Real Madrid president opted against signing Sergio Ramos, choosing instead to pursue Jonathan Tah, who is younger and commands a lower salary. This decision has disappointed Ramos, who had hoped for a return to the club. At 38, he will need to continue searching for a team that believes in his abilities.