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The grand plan
Real Madrid may have had their problems with scoring goals with the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo and the subsequent lack of replacement. However, what must not be overlooked is the fact that the Merengues have had trouble with their defense of late.
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Both Raphael Varane and Sergio Ramos have had subpar season. The same could be said for Nacho and Jesus Vallejo. And on top of that, Sergio Ramos seems to be unsure about his future with the Merengues.
As a result, the Blancos will have to look in the market for a replacement for the Spain and Real Madrid captain should his will to leave be unbreakable. And according to reports, Kalidou Koulibaly seems to be that man.
Real Madrid have seen their €90 million bid for him rejected. As a result, Florentino Perez has asked Koulibaly, who is also linked to United, to go AWOL in order to force a move to the Bernabeu.
