Real Madrid declining offer for Aymeric Laporte despite World Cup success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Real Madrid has been offered Aymeric Laporte for €25 million following his strong World Cup performances. However, the club is not interested, with coach Jose Mourinho prioritizing other targets and considering factors such as Laporte’s age and the competition in defense. Previously linked to the club, Laporte's impressive play in the tournament has reignited speculation about a potential transfer. Yet, Madrid's focus appears to be on younger players, with other names like Riccardo Calafiori and Piero Hincapie also emerging as targets.
- •Real Madrid offered Aymeric Laporte for €25 million.
- •Jose Mourinho seeks a left-footed defender but prioritizes younger players.
- •Laporte has performed well at the World Cup, helping Spain's defense.
- •The club considers other defensive targets like Riccardo Calafiori.
- •Madrid's focus is likely contingent on squad trimming before any signings.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid offered to sign World Cup star for just €25 million but club not interested
"Despite signing no less than three new defenders this summer, Real Madrid’s new coach, Jose Mourinho, remains keen on signing yet another new centre-back.To that end, the club have been closely link...
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