Real Madrid are showing great interest in signing 18-year-old Argentine defensive talent Aaron Anselmino, who currently plays for Boca Juniors. According to ESPN Argentina’s Martín Costa, the Merengues are looking to strengthen their defense ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window and Anselmino has emerged as a prominent target for the Spanish club. In addition, Manchester United are also keeping a close eye on the Argentine defender.
Aarón Anselmino is considered one of the most promising young talents in South America. He joined the youth department of Boca Juniors at the age of 12 and quickly developed within the club. He made his debut with the first team in June 2023 and has already made seven appearances. His impressive rise has attracted the attention of several elite clubs, including Real Madrid and Manchester United.
Real Madrid are interested in Aaron Anselmino
Real Madrid’s interest in Anselmino is justified by the need to rejuvenate its defense as players like David Alaba, Antonio Rüdiger and Nacho are almost 30 years old. Furthermore, uncertainty over the future of Nacho, who is in the final months of his contract, makes the search for a young centre-back even more urgent. Anselmino could be a long-term investment for Los Blancos alongside Eder Militao in central defense.
On the other hand, Manchester United also have Anselmino on their radar, with the possibility of defensive changes on the horizon, including uncertainty over the future of Raphael Varane as well as possible departures for Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans. Finding young and promising talent seems to be a shared priority for Real Madrid and Manchester United.
In addition to the interest in Anselmino, another young Argentine talent, Franco Mastantuono, has also been mentioned as a possible target for Real Madrid, indicating a larger push by the Spanish club into the South American market. This focus on emerging talent underlines both clubs’ strategy to secure their future with young, promising players.