Real Madrid are expected to sign a centre-back in the next one or two years, although their list of targets has been gradually dwindling. Abdukodir Khusanov is set to sign for Manchester City, and another who will soon head to the reigning Premier League champions is Vitor Reis.
Reis has been on Real Madrid’s radar for the last 12 months and his excellent relationship with Palmeiras was expected to give them an advantage in negotiations. However, in the end they never made a move and instead Manchester City are on the verge of signing the Brazilian teenager for a fee of around €40 million, as confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.
🚨🔵 EXCLUSIVE: Vitor Reis to Manchester City, here we come! 🇧🇷
A verbal agreement has now been reached with Palmeiras on a package of less than €40 million… and City want it to be an IMMEDIATE transfer!
Vitor Reis, ready for medical and contract signing as soon as the clubs review all the documents. pic.twitter.com/ovLIrSFyDj
—Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 13, 2025
Throughout the season, it has become clear that Real Madrid need to sign a central defender… and soon. None will arrive in January, although come summer there may not be many names left on their short list.