Real Madrid have set their sights on Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso as a potential replacement for the injured Dani Carvajal, according to reports from Tuttosport (via IlBianconero). The Spanish giants have been impressed by Cambiaso’s recent performances, particularly his showing for Italy against Belgium, which has further cemented his status as a key player for both Juventus and the national team.
Cambiaso’s rise to prominence has not gone unnoticed across Europe, with several clubs expressing interest in the versatile fullback during the summer transfer window. However, Real Madrid’s interest comes at a time when they are in urgent need of reinforcing their defensive line following Carvajal’s serious injury.
The Madrid club are reportedly looking for a young, experienced player accustomed to performing at the highest level. While Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contract expires in June, is their primary target, Cambiaso has emerged as a strong Plan B option.
Real Madrid scouts have been monitoring Cambiaso for several months, but Juventus moved swiftly to secure his future by extending his contract until 2029. The Italian club and the player himself have shown a united front in resisting attractive offers from abroad.
Tuttosport reports that “There are those who say no, even in the face of alluring sirens from the most successful club in the world: a wall from [Cristiano] Giuntoli and the Italian international.” The report adds that “Andrea is very attached to the Bianconeri colors, so much so that he desires to become the future captain of his beloved team.”
This commitment was evident even during the summer transfer window when Cambiaso and Juventus jointly rejected advances from the Premier League. Monchi, Aston Villa’s sporting director, was reportedly willing to offer €35 million for the player, along with a five-year contract at significantly higher wages than what he currently earns in Turin. However, both Cambiaso and Juventus responded with a resounding “No, thank you,” expressing their mutual desire to continue their journey together.
As Real Madrid continues its search for defensive reinforcements, Juventus remain firm in their stance to retain Cambiaso, viewing him as an integral part of their future plans. The player’s loyalty to the Bianconeri colours and his ambition to one day captain the team he loves add another layer of complexity to any potential transfer negotiations.
