Real Madrid offer star player to Chelsea in swap deal with utility player

Chelsea has offered to trade Reece James to Real Madrid in exchange for Federico Valverde, according to Defensa Central.

James is a highly rated right-back who has been linked with a move to Madrid for several months. The 23-year-old is a versatile player who can also play as a wing-back or midfielder. He is under contract with Chelsea until 2028, so the Blues would likely demand a high price for him.

Valverde is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central midfielder, defensive midfielder, or right-back. The 23-year-old is a key player for Madrid and is under contract until 2027.

It is unclear if Madrid would be interested in a straight swap deal for James and Valverde. The Spanish club is also interested in other right-back options, such as Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich.

Other options for Madrid

Madrid has several other options for the right-back position. The club has been linked with a move for Noussair Mazraoui of Ajax, who is available on a free transfer in the summer. Madrid has also been linked with a move for Diogo Dalot of Manchester United.

Madrid is also considering the possibility of renewing Lucas Vázquez’s contract. The 30-year-old Vázquez has been a reliable option for Madrid at right-back in recent seasons.