If losing to Celta Vigo at the Bernabeu wasn’t enough, things could get even worse for Real Madrid in the coming days as they face two daunting clashes.
First, they host Manchester City in the Champions League and then Alaves in La Liga. However, complicating matters was Alonso’s defensive weakness ahead of the game.
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A combination of injuries and suspensions has left the coach with limited options in both games, with it’s clear that Eder Militao’s injury is one of the biggest concerns.
After all, the Brazilian is once again out for four months, leaving the manager with limited options in the squad.
Replaced in January
As relayed by Defense Central in a recent report, Real Madrid management are not entirely opposed to signing a new defender in January given the club’s situation and are willing to make exceptions to the unspoken rule of not signing players mid-season.
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In that regard, they are looking for a top centre-back who can serve as not just a temporary solution, but a permanent one – essentially moving up the priority of signing a new starting defender in the summer by six months.
Ed Militao will be out for four months. (Photo by Dennis Doyle/Getty Images)
As a result, Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate has emerged as a key option as Militao’s replacement in January, with Liverpool reportedly willing to sell him for a small fee to avoid losing him as a free agent in June. The amount is £15 million.
Have seen in recent weeks los blancos There are doubts about Konate’s signing given his relatively poor form and unstable health.
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However, Militao’s injury was not something they had foreseen and the situation is now considered an emergency.
After all, Alaba’s ongoing lack of fitness and Militao’s absence leaves Alonso alongside Dean Huizen, Antonio Rudiger, Raul Asensio and Jon Martinez as the only possible options in the squad.
Konate and Liverpool have struggled with form so far this season and the club’s initial hesitance to sign him was understandable.
However, if he is indeed the only option in January, then the Whites should look past his recent weaknesses and focus on his strong record in the medium term.
