Sam Beukema: Defensive Target for Both Real Madrid and Atletico

Both Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid have shown interest in signing Sam Beukema, a centre-back who is making a name for himself with Bologna.

Both teams could be in action at the end of the qualifying round.

Sam Beukema has already established himself as a key defensive player for Bologna, catching the eye of two major teams in La Liga.

Journalist Rudy Galetti reports that both Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid are considering pursuing the player.

For Los Blancos, their interest seems to stem from a need to strengthen a squad that is currently lacking depth, especially following the significant loss of Nacho Fernandez and the ongoing injuries to David Alaba and Éder Militao.

Atlético Eyes Sam Beukema

As for Atlético, this interest aligns with Diego Simeone’s clear goal of refreshing a position where the future of players like Reinildo Mandava, César Azpilicueta, and Axel Witsel is uncertain, as their contracts expire this summer.

Additionally, Clément Lenglet will be returning to FC Barcelona after his loan spell.

With a contract that runs until June 2027, acquiring the former AZ Alkmaar player would require tough negotiations with the Rossoblù and overcoming competition from other European heavyweights.

Galetti mentions Juventus’s interest, but in the past, teams like Manchester United, Tottenham, and Aston Villa have also been linked with him.