Real Madrid refused to recruit temporary players because they focused on investing in two big stars Alphonso Davies and Trent Alexander-Arnold next summer.

Real Madrid continue to maintain their strategy of recruiting top European stars whose contracts are about to expire, and this time they are targeting Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies and Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold .

According to Relevo, the deal for Davies is considered ” almost done “, with Real Madrid expected to sign the left-back on a free transfer. Meanwhile, reports in Spain have also suggested that negotiations between Real and Alexander-Arnold are progressing positively, with the English right-back having no intention of renewing his contract with Liverpool .

Alexander-Arnold is Real’s target in the summer of 2025.

However, these plans do not seem to be linked to Real Madrid’s current defensive crisis. With Eder Militao and Dani Carvajal out of long-term injuries, the Royals are facing a call for reinforcements in the winter transfer window.

However, bringing Alexander-Arnold to the Bernabéu earlier than the summer of 2024 is almost impossible. This forces Real Madrid to consider recruiting a center-back or right-back to compensate for the lack of force.

Another complicating factor is that the budget for big-money deals like Davies and Alexander-Arnold could leave Real Madrid with little financial room to sign any players in January.

The Los Blancos board also believes that temporary recruitment, especially at right-back, would not fit into the club’s long-term strategy. Bringing in two right-backs within six months would not only create a surplus of personnel but also bring instability to the development plan.

Real Madrid, who are second in La Liga, are reportedly holding off on any transfer decisions until after their game against Liverpool at the end of November. This means that, despite their personnel crunch, they will prioritise long-term investment in big-name talent rather than spending quickly on short-term options. This strategy, while sustainable, could seriously impact the club’s ability to compete for titles this season.

Davies is said to have agreed to go to Real.

Over the past five years, Real Madrid have adopted a cautious spending policy, investing only in players they truly value, rather than reacting hastily to the current situation. If they stick to this approach, acquiring Davies and Alexander-Arnold could bolster their defence for the future, even if it means taking a risk this season.

Los Blancos, as always, are trying to balance short-term needs with long-term strategic vision, hoping to maintain their status as one of the world’s top teams.