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Real Madrid travel to the Mestalla on Friday, January 3, to face Valencia in LaLiga. Carlo Ancelotti's team enter the game on a run of three wins in their last five games.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos have set their sights on a Portuguese full-back. Elsewhere, the Spanish champions are eager to extend Antonio Rudiger's stay at the Santiago Bernabeu.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from January 3, 2025.
Real Madrid eyeing Diogo Dalot
Real Madrid have identified Diogo Dalot as a possible alternative to Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to iNews. The LaLiga champions are hot on the heels of the English defender, whose contract at Liverpool expires in six months.
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The Reds remain determined to tie him down to a new deal, but talks are yet to yield a positive outcome. Los Blancos are eyeing the situation with interest and want to sign the 26-year-old for free next summer.
Real Madrid remain eager to sign a new right-back as a long-term successor for Dani Carvajal. The Spaniard, who will turn 33 next week, is out for the season with an ACL injury.
Alexander-Arnold has been identified as the ideal candidate for the job. However, should Los Blancos miss out on the Englishman, they will turn to Dalot.
The Portuguese is part of a struggling squad at Manchester United. His contract at Old Trafford runs until 2028, but his future remains uncertain following Ruben Amorim's arrival. The 25-year-old has registered six goals and 12 assists from 186 games for the Red Devils to date.
Los Blancos want Antonio Rudiger stay
Real Madrid are ready to hand Antonio Rudiger a new deal, according to Real Madrid Confidencial. The German defender has been a rock at the back since arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu in the summer of 2022.
Rudiger joined the club as a free agent following the expiry of his contract with Chelsea. He has been a constant in Carlo Ancelotti's backline, which has been marred with injuries in recent seasons.
Rudiger has been holding the fort in the absence of Eder Militao and David Alaba of late and the club are pleased with his efforts. Los Blancos are now prioritising his renewal ahead of that of Vinicius Junior.
The LaLiga giants are also looking for Rudiger's long-term partner, amid doubts over Militao's long-term future. The 31-year-old's current deal runs until 2026.
Alphonso Davies ready for Bayern Munich renewal
Alphonso Davies would prefer to extend his stay with Bayern Munich, according to journalist Jorge C Picon. The Canadian speedster is a priority target for Real Madrid, who are planning to sign him for free once his contract expires this summer.
Los Blancos are looking for an upgrade on Ferland Mendy, who has failed to impress of late. They believe that Alphonso Davies is the right man for the job and the 24-year-old's contract situation also makes him a lucrative option.
However, it now appears that prising him away from the Allianz Arena won't be a straightforward affair. The Bavarians remain eager to tie him down to a new deal. The player also prefers to stay, which could complicate matters for the LaLiga champions.
