Real Madrid wants to sign from Manchester United

Europe 13 December 2025 at 07:25

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

As reported by TEAMtalk, Diogo Dalot’s future is sparking serious discussions at Manchester United. Internally, the sporting management is assessing the long-term trajectory of the Portuguese full-back, while several European giants are closely monitoring his situation. Real Madrid, who have been keeping tabs for several seasons, remain on alert for a medium-term opportunity, but are in no rush to make a move.

At Old Trafford, Jason Wilcox and his staff value Dalot’s consistency and versatility, as he has become a dependable part of the Red Devils’ setup. However, contract talks are already looming. Tied to the club until 2028 with an optional extra year, the player and his representatives have expressed their intention to open negotiations starting in 2026—which would likely mean a pay rise.

In this context, Manchester United is keeping all options on the table. Between a strategic extension and a possible sale as early as next summer, the club is weighing up the right timing, especially with Atlético Madrid and Bayern Munich also keeping a close eye on the situation.

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