Real Madrid Gearing Up with a €40 Million Bid for Chelsea Player

Real Madrid has enjoyed an impressive start to the current campaign, but there are lingering concerns about whether they can maintain their form throughout the season. Carlo Ancelotti’s side exhibited similar brilliance in the early months of the previous season but faltered down the stretch, finishing second in La Liga and exiting the Champions League in a one-sided clash with Manchester City. However, they did secure the Copa del Rey.

This season, Real Madrid continues to grapple with issues related to squad depth, which may have worsened due to key departures and injuries. Players like Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio have left, and Eder Militao and Thibaut Courtois are sidelined with ACL injuries, leaving the team facing potential challenges in the coming months.

The right-back position is one area where Real Madrid is in need of reinforcements. Dani Carvajal, a club legend, has seen his performance levels decline in recent years, raising questions about his future as a regular starter. However, the team lacks a long-term successor to Carvajal.

According to Fichajes, Real Madrid is considering Reece James as a potential replacement for Carvajal and is reportedly preparing a €40 million offer for next summer. While James could be a significant addition, his injury record in recent years is a cause for concern, as he has struggled to maintain fitness consistently.

Moreover, it is challenging to envision Chelsea parting with their club captain for a transfer fee in the vicinity of €40 million, especially considering his relatively recent long-term contract extension with the Blues. Real Madrid may face obstacles in securing James as their right-back solution.