Real Madrid showed interest in Baye Coulibaly, with scout Juni Calafat approving the player. However, Coulibaly chose to move to Charlotte FC instead.

Baye Coulibaly, an 18-year-old defender from Mali and a bronze medalist at the U-17 World Cup in Indonesia, is reportedly on the radar of Real Madrid. According to the portal Defensa Central, Real Madrid's chief scout Juni Calafat has shown interest in the young talent, who currently plays in Croatia's third division for Kustošija. Coulibaly's contract with Kustošija is valid for three years.

Real Madrid is eyeing 18-year-old Mali midfielder Baye Coulibaly from Kustošija as a potential defensive reinforcement. Following Dani Carvajal's injury, chief scout Juni Calafat highlights Coulibaly's ability to address the team's defensive gaps. Although initially not planning winter signings, Real may now consider acquiring Coulibaly, who also excels as a center-back and is known for his strong, ball-carrying capabilities.