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Real Madrid eye SHOCK move for underrated Man Utd star
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a shock move for Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot.
Dalot, 25, was one of Man Utd’s standout players during the 2023-24 campaign and Real Madrid are plotting a potential swoop next summer, according to GiveMeSport.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side have been heavily linked with multiple new full-backs over the past year as they look to address a problem area of the pitch.
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Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies is considered to be Los Blancos’ primary left-back target, although a deal now looks unlikely to be finalised this summer, while Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold is a target for the opposite flank.
However, Dalot has now emerged as a possible alternative to the England international.
The Portuguese defender’s recent form has attracted interest from Real Madrid and they are now contemplating making a move for the Man Utd star in 2025.
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Dalot made 50 appearances in all competitions last season, contributing eight goals and assists, while he featured on two occasions for Portugal at Euro 2024.
The 25-year-old has four years left on his current contract at Old Trafford, after signing an extension last May, while his Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) stands at €48.1m.
Real Madrid’s transfer plans
Real Madrid are set to bolster their backline next summer and Dalot is one of their options for the right-back slot.
Leny Yoro was a key centre-back target before his move to Man Utd, while they could push to sign Davies on a free transfer in 2025 if he refuses to sign a contract extension at Bayern.
This summer, the Spanish giants’ recruitment has been focused on attack, with Kylian Mbappe arriving on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain and Endrick joining from Palmeiras for €47.5 million.
Real Madrid kick off their 2024-25 season with the UEFA Super Cup final against Atalanta on Wednesday 14 August.