Real Madrid are preparing a £50million bid for Manchester United right-back Diogo Dalot as they battle to replace the injured Dani Carvajal.
The Spanish giants are facing a defensive crisis following Carvajal’s ACL injury, suffered during an October clash against Villarreal, which has ruled him out for the rest of the season.
according to inews journalist Pete Hall, from Real Madrid sees Dalot as an ideal and immediate solution to his situation. The Portugal international has been a regular for Manchester United and is under contract until 2028.
Valued at around €40m, Dalot is expected to test the resolve of new United manager Ruben Amorim, with Real Madrid set to tempt the Red Devils with a lucrative bid.
Hall provided the latest update Xindicating:
“Without a recognized RB, we understand that Real Madrid are not willing to wait for Trent and are planning a £50m January move for Dalot. He has been one of #MUFC’s best players of late, but if this is the ‘offer, should be seriously considered.’
With no recognized form of RB, we understand Real Madrid are unwilling to wait for Trent and are planning a £50m January move for Dalot.
He has been one of the best #MUFC players of late, but if this is the offer, it should be seriously considered. https://t.co/qrkcDxviGk
— Peter Hall (@PeteHall86) December 2, 2024
Real Madrid’s pursuit of Diogo Dalot will be a boost for Liverpool
while Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold has long been a top target for Los BlancosMadrid’s immediate need for a defensive solution has pushed them to pursue Dalot.
Alexander-Arnold’s current contract at Liverpool expires next summer, and the Spanish giants will have to wait until the summer to sign him on a free. However, Madrid are not willing to wait until the summer window to address their current problems.
This pursuit of Dalot could inadvertently benefit Liverpool. If Real Madrid land the Manchester United defender in January, they may reduce their urgency to pursue Alexander-Arnold in the summer.
This development would strengthen Liverpool’s position in contract negotiations with their star right-back, whose retention remains a priority for the Merseyside club.
Since joining Manchester United from Porto in 2018, Dalot has become a reliable figure in the Premier League. His defensive solidity and versatility, combined with his ability to contribute offensively, make him a valuable asset for United.
However, with Real Madrid’s potential bid on the table, the Red Devils may face a difficult decision, particularly if Amorim believes the funds could be reinvested into strengthening other areas of the squad, as the report suggests that the club use the money to sign Viktor Gyokeres.
