At this crucial moment of relegation, the seemingly simple choice of starting lineup is actually full of challenges. Militão has the potential to be a top center back, but gaining experience in the competitive La Liga arena is no easy task. Despite Real Madrid's current position at the top of the table, there is little room for him to make mistakes. Thus, choosing a solid player becomes a pragmatic choice to keep the points.
However, it is clear that Nacho's solid strength cannot support a stable starting defense for Real Madrid, and he can only play as a second best option. As the winter transfer window approaches, the need for reinforcements at center back is becoming more and more urgent. With the league still a long way to go, there are questions about whether or not Nacho will be as solid as ever, and whether or not Militão will make a mistake due to negligence. Bringing in a strong player is definitely the way to stabilize the defense.
Recently, news about Real Madrid's interest in bringing in Chelsea center back Rüdiger has been making the rounds. His excellent performance in the Blues even makes him expected to be among the top center backs. If Rüdiger can be successfully signed, it will undoubtedly greatly enhance the strength of Real Madrid's backline, which is exactly what they desperately need at the moment.
