Florentino Pérez is aware that Real Madrid can't repeat a season like the previous one and has done everything possible to prevent it from happening. Los Blancos aren't used to losing, and every decision that's been made has been for the good of the team. The signings that have arrived in the Spanish capital have been key to this season's strong performance.
Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid is starting to work, and the coach is dealing with a complicated situation. The fact that there are so many stars in a locker room can end up complicating good team play. Now, due to a new signing until 2031, Antonio Rüdiger is getting closer and closer to the exit door.
Antonio Rüdiger and his situation at Real Madrid
Real Madrid have had a solid defense for several seasons, and Antonio Rüdiger has been the main reason for it. The German has delivered great performances, but lately this hasn't been the case. The defender doesn't quite fit into Xabi Alonso's plans and is starting to raise doubts in the offices.
Dean Huijsen has become Real Madrid's main center-back, and everything suggests that his partner has to match what he needs. Antonio Rüdiger has lost status and could leave in a few months. Nicolò Schira, an Italian journalist, has recently spoken about the possibility of Konaté signing for Real Madrid.
"Ibrahima Konaté's plans are clear: he's ready to leave Liverpool as a free agent at the end of the season. He's already turned down a big offer from a Saudi club. Real Madrid and the player are in talks to try to sign him starting in July: they've offered him a contract until 2031."
Ibrahima Konaté and his possible signing
Florentino Pérez has been after Ibrahima Konaté's services for some time, and Liverpool aren't making it easy. He's an undisputed starter for his team, but his contract expires in one year, and he doesn't want to renew. For this reason, the club will have to sell him in this upcoming transfer window if they want to get any benefit from him.
We still can't take anything for granted, but it's likely there will be more news about Konaté soon. Florentino will keep working, and we'll have to follow him closely so we don't miss anything.