Real Madrid identify left-footed centre-back as top priority before transfer deadline

Real Madrid identify left-footed centre-back as top priority before transfer deadline Real Madrid have made six signings in what has been a blockbuster summer transfer window, equally backed up by smart sales as well. The club are not finished in the transfer market, with the club now prioritising the signing of a left-footed centre-back before the window closes. According to Hector Gonzales on El Larguero , reinforcing the left side of central defence has emerged as one of the final objectives for Jose Mourinho and the sporting department as they continue shaping the squad for the new season. Left-footed defender now a priority Madrid are actively looking for a natural left-footer who can provide balance in the back line. That profile would give Mourinho a different option in possession, particularly when building from the back. A defender comfortable opening his body onto his stronger left foot can improve passing angles and progression. Real Madrid have already signed Ibrahima Konate. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) It would also allow Madrid to avoid forcing right-footed centre-backs into unfamiliar roles on the left side. The club could use some variety Madrid’s current first-team squad has Dean Huijsen, Antonio Rudiger, Eder Militao, Raul Asencio and Ibrahima Konate as central defensive options. Asencio’s future at the club is far from certain, and the Spaniard could be a candidate on the exit ramp this summer . Meanwhile, while Huijsen is two-footed and can play on the left side of defence, he has struggled to get going so far in his Madrid career. Rudiger is also adept at playing on the left side of central defence but the German is getting on in age and no longer the reliable option that he once was. Alessandro Bastoni has been linked with Real Madrid. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) That leaves Militao and Konate, both of whom are predominantly right-footed and quite limited when played on the left side. A host of options to choose from The transfer market is definitely not short of naturally left-footed central defenders, should the club choose to go down that route. There are the usual suspects like Alessandro Bastoni and Nico Schlotterbeck, both of whom have been linked with moves to the club. Even if Madrid decide to look elsewhere, there are talented defenders all around the world who would be a great fit for the team. It remains to be seen if Madrid make signing a left-footed CB their priority in the remaining weeks of the summer transfer window.