The website "Football Spain" revealed that Real Madrid continues its efforts to strengthen its defense line during the upcoming summer transfer window by monitoring prominent players whose contracts expire at the end of the season.

The report clarified that French defender Dayot Upamecano, whose contract with Bayern Munich expires in the summer of 2026, was one of the potential targets for the royal club, especially with Real Madrid's management intending to part ways with the duo David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger after their contracts expire.

However, the chances of acquiring Upamecano have become threatened after the president of Bayern Munich confirmed in statements reported by journalist "Fabrizio Romano" that the Bavarian club has begun official negotiations to renew the player's contract, expressing his desire for him to continue for years to come.

The website indicated that negotiations are progressing positively, although Bayern will not offer him the same salary that Canadian Alphonso Davies receives. In contrast, clubs like Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, and Real Madrid are closely monitoring the situation in anticipation of a potential failure in negotiations.

The report added that Real Madrid is also facing difficulties in the deal for Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate, after the latter expressed interest in renewing his contract with the English club, while Frenchman William Saliba was excluded from considerations after extending his contract with Arsenal.

Thus, Real Madrid may be forced to reevaluate its defensive options in preparation for the upcoming seasons, amid diminishing chances of signing its main targets.