Real Madrid considers Juan Foyth from Villarreal for summer transfer - report
Real Madrid has reportedly identified Villarreal defender Juan Foyth as a potential transfer target for the upcoming summer window, according to SPORT.
Juan Foyth.<p>The La Liga club are said to be looking to acquire a new right-back as concerns grow over Dani Carvajal's form, fitness and longevity.</p>
<p>While coach Carlo Ancelotti has Lucas Vazquez and Nacho Fernandez as backups, neither are natural full-backs. </p>
Although some reports had linked Chelsea's Reece James with a move to Real Madrid, the club now appears to have set their sights on Foyth, and have already sounded out his entourage about a possible summer move.
<p>However, it must be noted that Barcelona has been pursuing the Argentine international since last summer.</p>
<p>Financial Fair Play issues have been a major impediment to Barca's pursuit of the 25-year-old right-back, and the situation is expected to remain the same this summer as they are currently not in a position to meet Villarreal's €54million demands for Foyth, which is the value of his release clause.</p>
<p>Amidst this, Real Madrid have entered the fray to sign Foyth, who won the FIFA World Cup 2022 with Argentina.</p>
<p>While the club has sounded out his representatives, they are yet to make a decision on whether they wish to sign him or not.</p>
<p>The SPORT report states that Real Madrid has the financial muscle to pull off the deal, but could back out if they feel the asking price is too steep.</p>
<p>In addition to Foyth, the reigning Spanish and European champions are also understood to hold an interest in Joao Cancelo, despite having turned down the chance to sign him in January.</p>
<p>It remains to be seen whether they go after Foyth or Cancelo, or decide to stay with their current right-back options.</p>
The potential signing of Foyth would be a significant addition to Real Madrid's defensive unit. The player has been in excellent form for Villarreal this season and could provide the necessary cover at right-back, which has been a problem area for the club.
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