The absence of Dani Carvajal has jeopardized Real Madrid's defensive situation, especially with David Alaba still not recovered from his injury. With only two center-backs in whom Ancelotti has full confidence, Rüdiger and Militão, the need to strengthen the defense is more urgent than ever.
Given this scenario, the club is already planning a transfer for next summer market, and one of the names that is most mentioned is that of the German center-back Jonathan Tah.
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The interesting thing about this possible transfer is the role that Toni Kroos is playing. Despite having retired from professional soccer, Kroos remains an influential figure in the Real Madrid environment. According to several sources, Kroos has been in contact with Tah, with whom he played in the German national team, and has managed to convince him to opt for Madrid, ruling out other offers. This includes FC Barcelona, who had been working on his transfer for months.
Deco and Joan Laporta saw Tah as a great market opportunity. His contract with Bayer Leverkusen ends in June and he could arrive for free. However, it seems that Real Madrid has taken the lead thanks to Kroos's intervention. And, of course, this has complicated Barça's expectations of securing the center-back's services.
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For Real Madrid, the arrival of Tah would fit perfectly into their transfer policy. The aim is to improve the defense with experienced and quality players at no cost, as with Alaba. At 28 years old and 1.98 metres tall (6' 4"), Tah is an imposing defender. He dominates the aerial game and provides solidity in the back line.
Furthermore, his transfer would be a perfect solution to the uncertainty surrounding Alaba's recovery, who still has no clear date for his return.
Real Madrid's defensive situation is delicate. Ancelotti doesn't have many reliable options to cover for the absences and injuries are a major drawback. The need to strengthen the defense is evident, and the club is clear that Jonathan Tah is a solid and experienced option.
Meanwhile, at Barca, the loss of Tah would be a blow, especially as the club continues to look to strengthen its defense. Kroos's intervention could have changed the center-back's fate, turning the tables in favor of Real Madrid.
