Real Madrid is actively searching for a defensive reinforcement to address issues in the center and right-back positions. The team has been severely affected by injuries: Dani Carvajal is expected to be sidelined for over ten months following a serious injury, which includes a torn ACL, external collateral ligament, and popliteal tendon. Eder Militao and David Alaba are also dealing with setbacks, leaving Carlo Ancelotti with limited trusted options in defense, with Antonio Rüdiger being the only central defender fully available and in whom the coach places his trust.

Furthermore, the team currently lacks strong leadership on the field, especially after the departure of Toni Kroos and with Luka Modric managing his efforts at 39 years old. In this context, the possibility of a return for Sergio Ramos has surfaced. The former captain and club legend, currently without a team, is reportedly interested in returning to Santiago Bernabéu to provide experience and leadership during these challenging times.

However, past tensions between Ramos and president Florentino Pérez complicate this potential return. Ramos and his brother, who is also his agent, had a strained relationship with the club’s management in his final years, which ultimately facilitated his departure. While Florentino Pérez once supported the player in some business ventures, the chances of a comeback seem slim, as the president is not known for giving second chances.

Despite these complexities, Real Madrid continues to explore options to strengthen its defense in the winter transfer window, well aware that leadership and experience in the central defense are crucial to meeting the challenges of the season.