Story byReal Madrid line up blockbuster summer move for Paris Saint-Germain superstarFootball EspanaMon, February 2, 2026 at 2:05 AM UTC·2 min readReal Madrid have already started drawing up plans for this summer’s transfer window, where they should be busy. It’s no secret that a new central defender is wanted, but also on the agenda is a top-level midfielder. Midfield is an area that Real Madrid have struggled in over the last 18 months, since Toni Kroos retired from football. Luka Modric’s exit last summer heightened this, with the likes of Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga and Fede Valverde having struggled to step up their game to the required level. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThere is strong interest in Manchester City and Spain superstar Rodri Hernandez, but in recent weeks, Real Madrid appear to have pivoted to another world class option: Vitinha.