Real Madrid have reportedly joined the race for Braga defender David Carmo as they continue to chase a long-term replacement for Sergio Ramos.
Carmo, 21, is tipped for a bright future after impressing in the Portuguese top flight, with Sportsmail reporting last week that Manchester United and Liverpool were tracking the youngster.
But those efforts have been dealt a blow by a European heavyweight reportedly joining the mix, as AS report that scouts from Madrid are monitoring the defender as Ramos' dispute over a new contract rumbles on.
The 34-year-old captain appears likely to leave the Santiago Bernabeu when his contract ends in the summer after a breakdown in talks with the club's board.