Real Madrid join Bayern, Arsenal and Manchester United in monitoring Stuttgart centre-back

Real Madrid have reportedly joined Bayern Munich, Arsenal, and Manchester United in monitoring VfB Stuttgart centre-back Finn Jeltsch, according to AS. While the La Liga side currently have several central defenders available, they are monitoring the market for a potential permanent transfer. Real Madrid are preparing for future needs as Antonio Rüdiger's contract expires at the end of the season and concerns persist over Éder Militão's injury durability.

The 20-year-old German defender is being considered by multiple European clubs following a breakthrough period in his career. Jeltsch was recently handed his first senior Germany national team call-up by manager Jürgen Klopp for the UEFA Nations League fixtures, making him eligible for a potential international debut against Serbia.