Two Premier League defenders are set to join Real Madrid's roster ahead of the expected January move

After it was confirmed that Eder Militao would miss the rest of the 2024-25 season after suffering his second anterior cruciate ligament tear in 15 months, Real Madrid have now decided to go all-in to sign a new centre-back during the next winter transfer. window

Several names have already been linked, including RB Leipzig's Castello Lukeba and Spain international Aymeric Laporte. Real Madrid also looked at the Premier League, where two players caught their eye.

Ace for Caught OffsideTottenham Hotspur and Argentina star Cristian Romero is highly regarded by Real Madrid bosses, who are believed to see him as a top candidate. In addition, they also have interest in Jarrad Branthwaite, who currently plays for Everton.

The possible signing of Branthwaite would be in line with Real Madrid the transfer policy targets younger players, although given their current situation, a more established star may be what is needed. Regardless, it will be interesting to see how he looks in January.