Real Madrid is reportedly showing strong interest in signing Manchester United right-back Diogo Dalot. This comes after the LaLiga giants have made several attempts to acquire Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contract expires this summer. However, with Liverpool currently performing well at the top of the Premier League and Alexander-Arnold being a local player, Madrid may reconsider their pursuit.

Instead, under Carlo Ancelotti’s management, they are eyeing Dalot as a viable alternative to the England international. According to Spanish outlet Relevo, Real Madrid values Dalot at approximately £41 million. The 15-time Champions League winners even approached Manchester United about Dalot while Erik ten Hag was still in charge.

The 25-year-old has made 178 appearances for the Red Devils and was named the team’s player of the year last season. His significance grew during United’s challenging 2023-24 campaign, where he started 35 of 38 Premier League matches and scored twice. With four years remaining on his contract after signing a new deal in May 2023, Dalot seems set to remain a key figure for United moving forward.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid could potentially land Alexander-Arnold without a transfer fee, as he is in the final six months of his contract with Liverpool. However, Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot, will make efforts to convince him to sign an extension, especially if the team’s positive momentum continues. Alexander-Arnold has recorded an impressive 84 assists and 23 goals in 326 appearances for Liverpool, making him a long-term target for Madrid, especially now that they are without their regular right-back, Dani Carvajal, due to an ACL injury.