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Inter Milan considering the signing of 26-year-old Real Madrid defender
With just two signings, Real Madrid have shaken the world of football. Despite missing out on the signature of Kylian Mbappe, the club acquired the services of Antonio Rudiger and Aurelien Tchouameni in recent weeks.
Needless to say, the addition of two players of such quality to a side that has just been crowned the champions of Europe is frightening. However, Florentino Perez must put equal emphasis on departures to raise funds.
Alvaro Odriozola is one of the players Los Blancos could look to cash in on this month. The 26-year-old spent the last season on loan at Fiorentina but will return to the Bernabeu in June.
According to reports from Tuttosport (h/t MadridXtra) Inter Milan are interested in the right-back’s signing. Real Madrid ask for around €20 million for their defender.
The Nerazzurri will reportedly only make a move for Odriozola if Denzel Dumfries leaves the club. As it stands, the Dutch international has offers on the table from several Premier League clubs and looks closer to leaving Italy than staying.
Real Madrid still have a long transfer window ahead and the funds from Odriozola’s transfer would come in handy. His contract with Real Madrid runs until 2024 and his release clause stands at €40 million.
Odriozola played 25 league games for Fiorentina last season, scoring one goal and providing one assist. However, he oversaw just three clean sheets and averaged just over four defensive actions per game.
Daniel Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez have covered well at right-back for the Madrid-based club this season, and while fans want the signing of another player in that position, Madrid are likely to attempt signing a left-back following Marcelo’s departure.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
