Real Madrid see Bayer Leverkusen star as a ‘great candidate with serious potential’

Real Madrid see Bayer Leverkusen star as a ‘great candidate with serious potential’ Real Madrid are keeping a close watch on Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah as they assess options to strengthen their back line, according to Sky Sports Germany .  The England international has emerged as a player of interest because of his potential, physical profile and ability to cover more than one defensive position. Quansah only joined Leverkusen from Liverpool for €35 million, but interest from Real Madrid, Chelsea and Arsenal could put his future under scrutiny.  Notably, Liverpool retain a potential route back to the defender, with a €70 million buy-back option valid until June 2027. Why Real Madrid are tracking Jarell Quansah Real Madrid’s interest shows their search for greater reliability and depth in defence.  Injuries have disrupted their defensive plans in recent seasons, exposing the limits of their options across centre-back and full-back. Real Madrid are regularly scouting Jarell Quansah. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) On that note, Quansah offers flexibility that could appeal to the Spanish giants.  Primarily a centre-back, the 23-year-old can also operate at right-back, giving a manager more options when dealing with absences or tactical changes. His physical attributes and ability to distribute the ball are also important parts of his profile.  Since moving to the Bundesliga, Quansah has continued his development, attracting attention from clubs looking for a defender who can contribute both in possession and without the ball. Sky Sports Germany’s report indicates that Real Madrid are ‘regularly scouting the player’ and they see him as a ‘great candidate with serious potential.’ Liverpool could complicate any Real Madrid move Liverpool have a buyback option for Jarell Quansah. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Leverkusen are in a strong negotiating position after investing €35 million in Quansah, whose contract runs until 2030.  A long-term deal gives the German club considerable control over his future, particularly if interest from several major clubs develops into concrete offers. Liverpool’s buy-back clause adds more complications to the situation, as the €70 million option, available until June 2027, could give the Premier League club a route to bring back a defender developed at Anfield. To make matters worse, the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal are also said to be monitoring Quansah, potentially increasing competition should Leverkusen become willing to negotiate.  Real Madrid would therefore need to assess both the transfer cost and the level of competition before making a move.