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Real Madrid yet to discuss buyback possibility for former academy ace despite defensive problems
Recent insights from journalist Rodra, reported by RM4 Arab, indicate that Real Madrid have yet to make inquiries regarding Miguel Gutierrez, even though the club retains 50% of his rights and can bring him back for a mere €8 million.
It has been suggested that within the team, there are currently no active discussions about Gutierrez, despite him being one of the young talents highly regarded by the management.
Real Madrid’s left-back situation has become a significant topic of conversation. The struggles of Fran Garcia and Ferland Mendy, along with Carlo Ancelotti’s challenges in addressing these issues, have not prompted the club to expedite Gutierrez’s return.
Instead, the team appears to be focused on securing a high-profile left-back, with Alphonso Davies being a prominent target. Davies is set to be available for negotiation in January, which aligns with the club’s strategy.
Real Madrid not thinking about Gutierrez
In the meantime, Gutierrez’s performances for Girona have not gone unnoticed by major clubs across Europe. Although these clubs refrained from making bids during the summer transfer window, many are already considering their options for the future.
Napoli are among the latest clubs expressing interest in acquiring Gutierrez’s services. However, one notable absence from this list is Real Madrid, which raises questions about their commitment to bringing him back.
Gutierrez has made a significant impact at Girona, contributing two goals and three assists in 15 matches this season.
He has established himself as a crucial playmaker, showcasing his ability to influence the game both through his presence on the field and his precise crossing from the flanks.
Despite his impressive statistics and contributions, Real Madrid have not demonstrated a strong interest in securing his transfer.
While Gutierrez continues to excel at Girona, Real Madrid’s lack of urgency regarding his potential return is puzzling, especially given his talent and the ongoing challenges the team faces at left-back.
Real Madrid’s performance against Real Betis was shambolic, to say the least as the team faced many of the problems that have haunted them over the past couple of years.
But on a night where most of the attackers struggled to create anything of note, Dean Huijsen emerged as a lone bright spark for Los Blancos.
Huijsen keeps his promise
As reported by MARCA, Huijsen was the standout performer for Real Madrid, marshalling the backline with real authority even as the team struggled around him.
There has been a noticeable shift in the young defender’s mentality this season, with the player showing more competitive nature and looking much fiercer.
This is an attitude Huijsen had always promised, having inherited the iconic number four shift from David Alaba, a number he associates with his idols Sergio Ramos and Fernando Hierro.
“What I do know is that I’ll give everything of myself every day, whether in training or in a game,” he vowed, and at La Cartuja he delivered on that word.
His primary task was neutralising Juan ‘Cucho’ Hernandez, and he did so superbly, drying up the Colombian’s supply and repeatedly anticipating danger.
He also held his own in a niggly battle with Antony, refusing to be ruffled by one of Betis’ most inspired performers.
His composure on the ball, one of the qualities that has elevated him, saw him venture forward, forcing a fine save from the goalkeeper in the 11th minute and later heading against the woodwork.
The Konate partnership grows
Alongside him, Ibrahima Konate did his job, albeit without matching his partner’s brilliance.
The Frenchman was a little less assured, both in and out of possession, reflecting the two speeds of the centre-back pairing.
Huijsen looks settled and increasingly commanding, while Konate is still building the sharpness needed to reach his best in white.
Nonetheless, the partnership is heading in the right direction, and in Huijsen, Real Madrid appear to have unearthed a genuine leader for an area that has long been a weakness.
Each performance is also an argument to Luis de la Fuente, as the defender looks to reclaim the Spain spot he lost before the World Cup.
