Real Madrid made a bold decision in the last transfer market: not to reinforce. A risky bet that, as the months go by, is starting to raise questions ahead of the decisive stretch of the season. The Merengue squad has been carrying a long injury list from the previous campaign, with a special impact on the defensive area, a key sector to compete on all fronts. The lack of signings could take its toll just when matches start to weigh more.

Currently, Real Madrid does not have the ideal defense that Alvaro Arbeloa would like, who has been forced to constantly reorganize his back line. The manager works with what he has at his disposal, which is not a little, but it is limited in quantity. At center-back, the available players are Dean Huijsen, Raul Asencio, and Antonio Rudiger, who recently managed to leave behind an injury that kept him off the pitch for several weeks.

On the flanks, the outlook is somewhat broader, though not without difficulties either. Fran Garcia, Alvaro Carreras, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Dani Carvajal are the main options to occupy the defensive wings, in addition to some youth players who have had minutes at specific moments. However, the lack of continuity and experience in certain stretches forces the coaching staff to manage workloads and rotations with extreme care.

One of the most sensitive absences in defensive terms is that of Eder Militao. The Brazilian center-back continues with his recovery process following an injury that adds to a series of physical problems suffered in recent seasons. Still, every time he was available, Militao was a key piece for Real Madrid, providing hierarchy, physical strength, and leadership at the back.

In fact, his importance has been spotted by a Premier League giant. According to reports, Manchester United would be preparing an offer for the next summer market with the intention of enticing the Brazilian defender and bringing him to Old Trafford. The Red Devils are looking to reinforce a defense that has shown shortcomings and consider Militao an ideal profile to make an immediate quality leap.

The center-back is under contract with Real Madrid until June 2028, but the cited media indicates that United would be willing to put an offer on the table close to €50 million. The team led by Michael Carrick needs to rebuild its back line, especially considering that Harry Maguire ends his contract in June and, unless changes occur, he will leave as a free agent.

Having a footballer like Eder Militao, with experience at one of the biggest clubs in the world and accustomed to playing decisive stages, is a desire difficult to ignore for Manchester United. At Real Madrid, meanwhile, they know that the lack of reinforcements and the growing interest in their stars could turn the next transfer window into a real headache. The end of the season will be key to defining the future of the Brazilian defender.

Militao arrived at the Merengue squad in the 2019/20 season from Porto. Wearing the Real Madrid jersey, he has played 186 matches, scoring 13 goals and assisting his teammates on 7 occasions. He became champion of 3 Leagues, 3 Spanish Super Cups, 2 Champions Leagues, 2 UEFA Super Cups, 1 Copa del Rey, 1 Club World Cup, and one Intercontinental Cup.

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