Real Madrid are continuing their defensive rebuild this summer after identifying the full-back positions as one of the biggest priorities ahead of next season.
Incoming Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, wants more consistency in wide defensive areas following an underwhelming campaign.
Dani Carvajal’s departure has left Trent Alexander-Arnold as the club’s only recognised right-back option, forcing Real Madrid to accelerate their search for another solution.
They have discussed several names internally. However, one Liverpool target has now emerged as a particularly realistic target because of his contract situation in Italy.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Real Madrid have already made an initial approach for Inter defender Denzel Dumfries.
The Dutch international has become an important player for Inter and remains one of the most dangerous attacking wing-backs in European football.
The report claims the Dutch international has a €25 million release clause in his current contract, making him an affordable option for the Spanish giants.
That clause reportedly makes Dumfries a simpler target than alternatives such as Pedro Porro and Ivan Fresneda. Real Madrid are now stepping up their pursuit of the Inter wing-back.
The 30-year-old remains a key figure for Inter, but the release clause in his contract gives Real Madrid a direct opportunity to complete the transfer without lengthy negotiations.
Now, it remains to be seen whether the Spanish giants decide to activate the clause and formally move for Denzel Dumfries during the current transfer window.
🚨🇳🇱 Understand Denzel Dumfries has release clause worth slightly less than €25m this summer.
Real Madrid are informed and in touch with his camp. No bid/talks needed: clause or nothing.
Liverpool were keen but Slot gone could change plans.
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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 2, 2026
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