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Liverpool are no strangers to battling Europe’s elite for top talent.

Over the years, the Reds have fought off competition for players like Virgil van Dijk, Alisson Becker, and Darwin Nunez.

But this time, they could have a major problem on their hands.

The club has been actively looking to reinforce its defense.

With the contract expiring and Ibrahima Konate’s injury record a concern, Liverpool need fresh legs at the back.

They have been scouting Europe for a young, talented center-back who fits their system.

But just as they were making progress on a key target, an old rival entered the scene.

Real Madrid interested in Liverpool target

According to The Mirror, Los Blancos have now set their sights on Castello Lukeba, the RB Leipzig defender who is on Liverpool’s radar.

The 21-year-old Frenchman has been impressive in the Bundesliga, attracting attention from multiple top clubs.

Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United have all been interested in him, but Real Madrid’s arrival in the race changes everything.

The Spanish giants are known for swooping in at the last moment to snatch key targets.

Their plan is clear.

They want to reinforce their backline for the future.

While Madrid’s dream signing is Arsenal’s William Saliba, they know getting him is nearly impossible.

That has led them to consider alternatives, and Lukeba is one of them.

The battle for his signature is heating up, and Liverpool must now act fast if they want to win the race.

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