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Real Madrid are preparing to revive their interest in Chema Andres, with the Spanish club set to make a move for the VfB Stuttgart player after a deal to sign Rodri appeared likely to fall through.
According to OneFootball, Madrid’s plans have shifted as they reassess their options, and Chema has now emerged as a route they are ready to pursue. The development puts the Stuttgart player back on the agenda for a potential return to the Spanish capital, although the precise structure of any deal has not yet been confirmed.
The same report indicated that Real Madrid were unlikely to activate a buy-back clause for Chema, which leaves some uncertainty over how the club intend to proceed. However, the broader picture is that Madrid are now expected to make an approach after their Rodri pursuit became increasingly difficult.
For Madrid, the situation underlines the need to remain flexible in the market. A move for Rodri had been viewed as part of their planning, but with that deal now likely to collapse, attention has turned towards a familiar name. Chema’s presence at Stuttgart means any transfer would still require the relevant steps between the clubs, and there is no indication yet that an agreement is in place.
At this stage, the strongest reading is that Real Madrid are back in the race rather than close to completing the signing. Their next move will determine whether the renewed interest becomes a formal negotiation or remains an alternative plan following the setback in their pursuit of Rodri.
Written by Ketan Patel
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