Real Madrid join race for England defender Jarell Quansah

Real Madrid have joined other clubs monitoring Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah, according to Bild. The 23-year-old England international has attracted interest after impressing in Germany, with Madrid seeing him as a potential defensive addition ahead of next summer. The report suggests the Spanish giants might need to strengthen their defense, and have been closely following Quansah.

The young defender moved to Leverkusen from Liverpool in 2025, following his part in England's European Under-21 Championship victory. He signed a long-term contract with the Bundesliga club since then and has cemented his versatility, capable of playing either centre-back or right-back. Quansah's performances have caught the attention of Premier League clubs, with Arsenal reportedly making a €65 million bid, which Leverkusen declined.

Chelsea also made an enquiry about the defender. Liverpool, his former club, have a buy-back option and could potentially bring him back for €70m next summer. Quansah's ability to operate across the back line makes him an attractive prospect for Real Madrid, joining an already competitive situation of major European clubs bidding for the former Liverpool academy player.

However, there is no confirmation of a formal offer from Real Madrid at this stage, with any potential move next summer contingent on Liverpool activating their buy-back clause or another club reaching an agreement with Leverkusen.