It is revealed that Real Madrid has re-ranked its future center back candidates.

According to the latest report from Real Madrid Confidencial, Real Madrid seems to have made major adjustments to its transfer strategy for the center back position. Upamecano from Bayern Munich has surpassed Liverpool's Konate to become the club's preferred signing target.

According to reports, Upamecano's contract with Bayern Munich will expire in 2026, and the current contract renewal negotiations between the two parties have reached a deadlock. The Bavarian giants have no intention of meeting the Frenchman's €20m salary demands, with Real Madrid preparing to bring him to the Spanish capital on a free transfer.

As we all know, Real Madrid will update its defense in 2026. The decline in physical condition of Alaba and Rudiger prompted the club's sports department to start looking for a younger and more reliable defender. Upamecano, with his wealth of experience, fits the bill perfectly.

At the same time, the possibility of visa-free Konat has been significantly reduced. The Liverpool defender's recurring injuries have raised questions about his reliability, pushing him down the list of Real Madrid options.

For Real Madrid, another favorable factor is the close relationship between Upamecano and Mbappe. They have always played for the French national team.

It is reported that Real Madrid is willing to meet Upamecano's salary requirement of 20 million euros. If all goes well, people can see him wearing a white jersey at the Bernabeu next season.