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Real Madrid not considering signing 35-year-old Bundesliga legend
Over the past few days, reports have suggested that Real Madrid have taken an interest in Mats Hummels.
The 35-year-old is currently a free agent after his contract with Borussia Dortmund expired and a move to Bologna has been touted.
However, rumours of interest from Real Madrid have surfaced recently, following the club’s failure to close the deal for top target Leny Yoro.
Hummels not an option for Real Madrid
However, now, AS reports that despite the speculations, Real Madrid are not considering signing Mats Hummels and that the 35-year-old is simply not an option for the reigning Spanish and European champions.
While the report suggests that the former German international was tempted by the possibility of playing for Real Madrid, the club have no interest in signing him.
There are no questions about Hummels’ levels – he performed exceptionally for Borussia Dortmund last season helping them reach the Champions League finals. And the 35-year-old would be available for free as well.
However, Real Madrid rule out any move for the former Dortmund man as he does not fit the parameters of the players that they are looking for.
As far as the Merengues are concerned, they are totally calm about the situation despite the fact that they missed out on the signing of Yoro.
While they are looking for possible reinforcements in defence, the club will not move rashly and consider any signing only if a suitable opportunity presents itself.
Apart from Hummels, names like Aymeric Laporte and Piero Hincapie have also been mentioned as possible options and it remains to be seen if Real Madrid do sign anyone or stick with their current options.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
