Real Madrid is closely following Manchester United’s right-back, Diogo Dalot, whose contract ends at the end of this season. The Red Devils have the option to extend the Portuguese’s contract for another year. But there is no sign from either side of a new deal.
Los Blancos were initially trying to sign Joao Cancelo, but Manchester City told Madrid they would have no chance of selling their star full-back.
Ancelotti wants to incorporate a young but experienced winger. Dalot fits that mold, as he may be a long-term successor to Carvajal. Cancelo’s deal may have been perfect for them. But Dalot has become a regular following Solskjær’s sacking.
Reports suggest that Real Madrid are following the Manchester man in recent months. They have received a positive vibe from the defender. Diogo Dalot’s contract at Manchester United expires next summer, they have the option to extend the contract for another year. His agent has confirmed that the Portuguese can leave United this season.
Real Madrid’s interest in Dalot
Dalot is a regular starter under Erik Ten Hag, rarely missing a match. Barcelona were the first club to show interest in the former AC Milan defender. In the ideal world, Real are in a better financial situation to sign the United player. United are willing to sell their player for at least £35m.
Dalot will be part of the Portugal squad for the World Cup. If this transfer to Real Madrid takes place this summer, he will follow David Beckham, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Cristiano Ronaldo. Manchester United’s other defender, Luke Shaw, has spoken of the healthy competition between the full-backs.
He spoke: “I think competition is always healthy, everyone wants to play every game, but you understand that the coach can only pick 11.”
The England international also spoke about how demanding Ten Hag is as he just wants to work hard in training. He also added: “Nobody can really relax and think that they are going to play every game because with this coach you are not going to do that if you are not playing well.”
But the British defender is also seeing progress. The team is looking forward to working under this different structure. The performance of the team is also reflected in the performance of the squad.
Recent reports have suggested that Manchester United are eyeing Bundesliga star Jeremie Frimpong. The profile of the Dutch defender is attracting the attention of Ten Hag. Right now, Real Madrid is looking for cheaper options and Dalot fits that profile. Real Madrid will do everything possible to wrest this deal from Barcelona.
