Real Madrid evaluates the signing of Matheus Nunes and Ruben Dias from City.

Real Madrid is preparing a high-impact offensive against Manchester City, having already held internal discussions to evaluate the signing of Portuguese internationals Matheus Nunes and Rúben Dias. The potential arrival of both players at Santiago Bernabéu promises to shake up the summer transfer market and cause ripples in both Spain and England, at a time when the Merengues appear determined to give José Mourinho the freedom to assemble a squad in his image.

Sources close to the process have revealed that Real Madrid, during an internal planning phase, has identified Matheus Nunes and Rúben Dias as priority targets to strengthen the squad, especially with the arrival of Mourinho, whose hiring is nearly finalized. The club’s leadership, led by Florentino Pérez, has analyzed the possibility of moving forward with concrete negotiations, being aware of the difficulties involved, particularly because Manchester City has no intention of letting go of two of their most influential players. However, the uncertainty generated by Pep Guardiola’s recently announced departure, which took much of the citizens’ locker room by surprise, may open unexpected opportunities.

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The importance of this dossier for Real Madrid is evident: after a season marked by some irregularity and the need to begin a new cycle, Florentino Pérez intends to give Mourinho total control over market targets — a rarity in modern football, where sporting directors usually dominate decisions. The experience and winning profile of Nunes and Dias fit perfectly with the DNA that Mourinho wants to instill in the Madrid dressing room. Both the versatile midfielder, capable of playing as a right-back, and the center-back, seen as a clear upgrade over the still inexperienced Dean Huijsen, have proven experience at the highest level and titles in their resumes. Their potential arrival would be a significant reinforcement for a team looking to return to the top of Europe.

The atmosphere of uncertainty in Manchester, triggered by Guardiola’s departure, has not gone unnoticed by rival clubs. “Real Madrid has had internal discussions about potential targets, with Matheus Nunes and Rúben Dias both highly regarded. José Mourinho would love to have the experience and winning mentality of both in the squad,” revealed a source who requested anonymity this morning, adding: “City obviously does not want to sell, but clubs are keeping an eye on the situation in case there are players truly unsettled by Pep’s exit. This will create a lot of noise throughout the summer — not everything will end in transfers, but some clubs will try.” These statements highlight the behind-the-scenes atmosphere and the game of anticipation already taking place in the corridors of power in European football.

Mourinho, who returns to Spain with the promise of having a decisive say in market decisions, could be the key to convincing the Portuguese targets. The Portuguese coach sees Matheus Nunes as a fundamental tactical element, given his versatility and intensity, while Rúben Dias would be a safe bet for the defense, bringing leadership and solidity. On the other hand, Manchester City, even without the desire to sell, may find itself pressured if any of the players express a wish to leave during this transitional phase, following the shock of the Catalan coach’s departure.

The next step will depend on the evolution of the market and the stance of the players, who will be attentive to the project that Mourinho may present to them. If Real Madrid formally moves forward, an intense negotiation battle is expected between two giants of European football. For now, interest has been sparked, and the summer market promises to be the stage for yet another saga of millions, rivalries, and possible changes that could have a direct impact not only on the ambitions of the Merengues but also on the stability of the English champions. For Mourinho, this will be a golden opportunity to start a new era at the Bernabéu, betting everything on the signing of compatriots he knows well who could be decisive in bringing Real Madrid back to the forefront of world football.

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