After securing key signings like Endrick and Kylian Mbappé in the 2024 summer transfer window, Real Madrid is setting its sights on further strengthening their squad for 2025, with a particular focus on defensive positions.
The club is looking to reinforce the defense by targeting players for the left-back, center-back, and right-back roles. Names such as Álvaro Fernández, Antonio Silva, and Alphonso Davies are reportedly under consideration.
One standout option is Bayer Leverkusen’s right midfielder Jeremie Frimpong, who has impressed with his performances in Germany. According to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany, Frimpong’s €40 million release clause will be active in the summer of 2025, making him a viable target for Real Madrid.
Frimpong’s attacking style has drawn comparisons to former Real Madrid player Achraf Hakimi. While Hakimi moved on to Inter Milan and PSG without fully realizing his potential at Madrid, Frimpong could provide a fresh opportunity for the club to secure a dynamic right-back.
Real Madrid is also keeping an eye on Leverkusen’s talented midfielder Florian Wirtz, but the urgency for a right-back makes Frimpong a priority, especially with Dani Carvajal sidelined by a season-ending injury.
Though Frimpong’s offensive game is praised, some question whether he can match Hakimi’s defensive abilities. At 23, Frimpong has tallied 17 goals and 14 assists over the past two seasons, and he could complement Carvajal rather than directly replace him.
Despite this interest, Real Madrid's top target for the right-back position remains Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will be a free agent in the summer of 2025. As the next transfer window approaches, Real Madrid continues to assess its options, with Frimpong emerging as a potential key addition.