In a recent report, Calciomercato claimed that Real Madrid have shown interest in AC Milan defender Theo Hernandez. Real Madrid have reportedly identified the French left-back as a possible transfer target next year.
Te'o put on an impressive staging run down the left side of the AC Milan backline, having had a decent season at the San Siro. The 26-year-old has scored two goals and provided two assists in 20 appearances for the Italian club this season. The French phenom averages 0. per 90 minutes in Serie A9 tackles, 09 interceptions, 09 clearances, 13 shots on goal, 14 key passes and 09 dribbles and good performances in both halves. His ball distribution was even accurate. In the Italian top flight, he has a pass completion rate of 867% (data from whoscored).
His current contract with the Italian club expires in the summer of 2026. Therefore, if Real Madrid really want to bring in the French defender next year, they will have to make a major move. Theo Hernán is a reliable defender who is well positioned to get the ball back to his own half safely. Te'o is primarily a left-back, but can also play as a centre-back or left winger if desired. The Frenchman can shoot from distance and has the foresight to create some promising chances for his team-mates in the final third. He also has good dribbling ability on the left wing.
We can expect Special Olympics to add more quality and depth to Real Madrid's squad. He will also help Real Madrid challenge on all fronts in the coming season. Therefore, it makes sense that Real Madrid will do everything they can to sign Te'o in January of this year or at the end of the season. He already knows Real Madrid very well during his previous loan spell and doesn't need much time to settle into life in the Spanish capital.