Journalist confirms Real Madrid interest in two Chelsea stars

Actual Madrid are already enthusiastic about their gamers they will signal throughout the  2026 summer season switch window, with a number of positions in Xabi Alonso’s squad needing to be addressed. It’s no secret {that a} new central defender is needed, however midfield can also be on the agenda.

A alternative for Toni Kroos, who retired in 2024, has nonetheless not been sorted, and on high of this, Luka Modric has now departed too. A transfer for a brand new midfielder was thought of throughout the current switch window, however in the long run, it was determined that Alonso would proceed with the gamers he has.

The likes of Rodri Hernandez and Adam Wharton have been linked, however in line with Graeme Bailey (by way of CaughtOffside), Actual Madrid are additionally enthusiastic about strikes for Chelsea pair Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez.

“Actual Madrid are doing their due diligence on potential midfield choices. They’re consistently doing work on potential targets. Underneath Juni Calafat they’ve reworked their recruitment and their potential to make the suitable strikes.

“The midfield division is one thing they’re taking a look at. They don’t seem to be nervous however are involved about their depth, and I’m instructed that Fernandez and Caicedo are two gamers they love and are watching them frequently.”

Actual Madrid have long-standing curiosity in Fernandez

It’s not the primary time that Actual Madrid have been famous for his or her curiosity in Fernandez, which first turned recognized following his exploits for Argentina on the 2022 World Cup. Chelsea snapped him up quickly after that match, however they’re nonetheless enthusiastic about him as a potential addition.

It stays to be seen who Actual Madrid go for subsequent summer season. Alonso will eager to emphasize {that a} sure profile is required for his squad, on condition that he already has the likes of Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, Jude Bellingham and Arda Guler at his disposal.