The two main priorities of Real Madrid for the summer

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Real Madrid is already working with a very defined roadmap for the upcoming summer transfer window. Following a season marked by inconsistency and structural doubts, the sports management has pinpointed two positions as absolutely top priorities: defense and midfield.

In both cases, the goals are clear. Nico Schlotterbeck and Rodri Hernández lead the list of strategic reinforcements to revitalize the white project.

Schlotterbeck, the chosen one to lead the defense

The primary focus is on the defensive line. Nico Schlotterbeck, a center-back from Borussia Dortmund, is the number one candidate to strengthen the heart of the defense. The 26-year-old German international combines strength, clean ball distribution, and personality in high-pressure scenarios.

With a contract until 2027 and no signs of renewal, Dortmund faces a dilemma similar to other top European clubs: sell this summer or risk losing negotiation leverage in the upcoming years. At Santiago Bernabéu, they believe this is the right time to make a move.

The rumored fee is around 50 million euros. A substantial amount but manageable for a defender who could become a cornerstone of the project for several years. Real Madrid sees his profile as a perfect fit for a defense in need of leadership and stability after a season of ups and downs.

Moreover, Schlotterbeck would bring physical presence and dominance in aerial battles, elements the team has missed in certain high-stakes matches.

Rodri, the beacon for the midfield

The second priority is to reinforce the midfield with a distinctive profile. The chosen name is Rodri Hernández. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, currently at Manchester City, embodies the holding midfielder Real Madrid needs to regain control in major scenarios.

His contractual situation mirrors Schlotterbeck's: a deal until 2027 with no imminent renewal. In this context, City might have to negotiate this summer to avoid a more challenging situation in the future.

The price tag would also be around 50 million euros, a figure that the white club deems reasonable for a player of his caliber, considering his age and contract status.

Barcelona is also in the race, but in Chamartín, they are not willing to concede ground. Rodri is viewed as a strategic player, not just for his quality but also for his experience in top competitions and his ability to orchestrate play.

A summer of reconstruction

If both deals materialize, Real Madrid would make a statement in the market. They would strengthen the team's core with two established profiles, in their competitive prime, and with proven leadership.

The message would be clear: reconstruction with ambition and no half-measures. The upcoming season does not tolerate errors, and planning is already underway. In defense and midfield, the names are highlighted in red.

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