Real Madrid eye Virgil van Dijk: free next summer | OneFootball

Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on Virgil van Dijk, an option that could be especially appealing to the Spanish giants given the Dutch defender’s contract situation. The 35-year-old centre-back could be available on a free transfer next summer, and several clubs are already said to be monitoring his future.

Mourinho seeks experience in defence

According to Football Transfers, José Mourinho had been looking to bring in another option for the heart of the defence, although he has ultimately had to rely on Raúl Asencio, who during the last transfer window appeared close to leaving the Madrid side.

In this context, Van Dijk has emerged as a possibility that the Portuguese coach would not rule out despite the player’s age.

The Dutchman’s experience would be one of the factors that could persuade Real Madrid, especially given the need to have players capable of bringing authority and experience to the back line.

Van Dijk also attracting interest beyond Madrid

Real Madrid would not be the only club keeping tabs on the defender’s situation. According to the same report, AC Milan, Inter Miami and Galatasaray are also following his movements ahead of next summer.

The chance to sign Van Dijk as a free agent adds to the appeal of a deal that could spark interest among several European and international clubs.

For now, the future of the Liverpool captain remains open. Meanwhile, Real Madrid are among the teams said to be weighing up the possibility of signing one of the most experienced centre-backs in European football.

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