Real Madrid has identified Alexis Mac Allister as a transfer target, but the club is holding off on any formal move until it clears out some of its current midfielders. According to sources familiar with the club's planning, the admiration for the Argentine midfielder is genuine, but the squad is currently too crowded in that area to justify a new signing.
Why the club is watching Mac Allister
Real Madrid's interest in Mac Allister has been building for some time. The 25-year-old has impressed with his versatility and composure in midfield, traits the club values. However, the admiration hasn't translated into action yet. The reason is straightforward: the midfield room is full.
The midfield logjam at the Bernabéu
Real Madrid currently has a surplus of midfielders under contract, and the club's hierarchy wants to see some of them leave before adding another name. The departures could come through sales, loans, or expiring contracts. Until those exits happen, any pursuit of Mac Allister will remain on hold. The club is not willing to carry a bloated squad, especially with young players waiting for opportunities.
What needs to happen next
The next few months will be crucial. Real Madrid is expected to assess offers for at least two of its current midfielders. Once the departure list is clear, the club can move forward with negotiations for Mac Allister. The timing of those exits—whether in January or next summer—will determine when a bid might come. For now, it's a waiting game, but the admiration is real. The club is simply following its usual discipline: buy only after selling.
