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Real Madrid enquires about Aymeric Laporte amid Barcelona interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Real Madrid enquires about Aymeric Laporte amid Barcelona interest

Summary

Real Madrid has reportedly made enquiries regarding Aymeric Laporte as José Mourinho seeks an additional defender before the season begins. Despite having signed Ibrahima Konate, Mourinho aims for greater depth in the center-back position. Laporte, who has been key for Spain recently, is also on Barcelona's radar, raising the prospect of a transfer battle between the two clubs. Currently, there are no indications that negotiations have moved beyond initial discussions.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid enquires about Aymeric Laporte.
•José Mourinho is pushing for another center-back signing.
•Laporte is also being monitored by Barcelona.
•Negotiations have not progressed beyond initial enquiries.
•Laporte has been influential for the Spanish national team.

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7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid make surprise enquiry for Barcelona target as Mourinho pushes for another defender

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Real Madrid have reportedly made enquiries about Aymeric Laporte as Jose Mourinho continues to push for another defensive signing before the new season starts.According to Gerard Romero, as relayed by...
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