Aymeric Laporte has been mentioned as a target for Real Madrid, but the club has only been mentioned as admirers and has not made a formal approach. Real Madrid rejected an opportunity to sign him once earlier this summer, primarily because of his age profile. It is considered unlikely that the club will revisit their interest.

News has indicated Real Madrid is a suitor for Spanish centre-back Aymeric Laporte, though the situation remains a rumor. The only confirmed inquiry came from Deco, Barcelona's sporting director, to which Athletic Club's directors responded by setting a starting price of 80 million euros. Media outlets have suggested a release clause value between €12-15 million, while Athletic Club sources claim it is higher at €25-30 million.