Real Madrid is setting its sights on 22-year-old French defender Castello Lukeba, a player from German club Leipzig, whose departure value could reach around 50 million euros, according to the "Fichajes" website.

The report clarified that Lukeba is considered one of the most prominent emerging defenders in Europe due to his strong performance and tactical maturity in the Bundesliga. He has a contract with Leipzig that runs until 2029, which includes a release clause ranging between 80 and 90 million euros. However, the German club may show flexibility in negotiations if a suitable offer is made.

Lukeba is an ideal option for Real Madrid, as he possesses qualities that align with the team's needs, being a young left-footed defender who excels at building play from the back, which are the characteristics the club is looking for to strengthen its defense in the long term.

The source indicated that Real Madrid seeks to make a smart and economically balanced deal, as the club prefers to avoid excessive spending despite its serious interest in the player, relying on flexible negotiations that could reduce the required value.

On the other hand, Leipzig wishes to retain its young player, but it realizes that selling him in an organized deal could be a financially sensible option to avoid losing him for free in the future, especially if the club fails to qualify for European competitions next season.

Lukeba is considered one of the top names likely to strengthen Real Madrid's defense, given the royal club's desire to reinforce its squad with young players of high potential, making the French defender a strategic target in the team's plans for the upcoming seasons.