Real Madrid are long-time admirers of Pedro Porro
Real Madrid have reportedly “compiled reports” on Tottenham defender Pedro Porro, who has recently appeared to attract interest from the European giants.
Los Blancos are scouring the market for defensive reinforcements ahead of next summer, with new full-backs seen as a priority. Bayern Munich ace Alphonso Davies has been selected as the club's first left-back target, and he could be available as a free agent next summer unless he signs a new contract at the club. 'Allianz Arena.
On the right side, several options are being explored. Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold has been cited as Madrid's dream target, but other alternatives are also being considered.
According to The Athletic, Porro is one of those who has admirers at the Santiago Bernabeu.
The Spanish giants have been compiling 'positive reports' on the defender for years, although they are aware that reaching a deal to sign the 25-year-old is likely to prove a very tricky affair.
Porro's contract in north London does not expire until 2028, and Daniel Levy has a reputation as a tough negotiator who does not allow his best players to leave unless his hand is forced.
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Like Alexander-Arnold, Porro is not a traditional fullback. Instead, the former Sporting star is a major threat in the final third with his deep runs and willingness to cut inside and influence play centrally.
However, Porro recently explained that he was ready to don Madrid's iconic white strip in an interview with Relevo, which probably did not go down well with Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou.
Real Madrid are expected to be looking for a successor to Dani Carvajal next summer.
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Asked about the prospect of joining Los Blancos in the future, the defender said: “It fills you with enthusiasm, doesn't it? “You have to concentrate on your job, but if Real Madrid are interested in you, it's because you do things well. That's how I think about it every day. Well, if this moment must happen, it will come And if it doesn't, well, I will continue to work as I have been doing.
“If I have the chance to make that big jump tomorrow, I will be prepared for that reason. I will have a lot more experience. If you had told me that years ago, I would have told you no. Because I'm honest. Let's see what happens.
Source: https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1960680/Tottenham-transfer-news-Real-Madrid-Pedro-Porro