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Rayo Vallecano, Alaves favourites to sign Real Madrid centre-back prospect on loan
Real Madrid Castilla stars are the talk of the town in the Spanish transfer market. The youngsters are in high demand after their incredible run with the Raul Gonzalez’s team last season as they look to turn a fresh page on their careers.
Sergio Arribas is arguably the one who has generated the most interest thus far, with Bayer Leverkusen joining the race with Sevilla, Real Betis and Girona to sign the star. Rafa Marin, however, promises to be a close contender in terms of interest generated.
Real Madrid may be opting for a permanent transfer with a buyback clause for most of their young stars this summer. However, reports yesterday highlighted that they did not wish to go down that route with Marin. The Spanish giants have faith in the youngster’s high ceiling and have only opened the doors for him to leave on loan.
And according to reports from Sergio Santos, Rayo Vallecano and Alaves are the favourites to sign the player on a short-term deal.
The 21-year-old is a centre-back by trade and was one of the pillars of Raul’s side last season. His young age and high ceiling make him the perfect candidate to take over the reins of defence in the long run for Real Madrid.
David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger are currently among Carlo Ancelotti’s trusted resources at centre-back but are both on the wrong side of 30. Considering that even Nacho Fernandez is on the same boat, Marin could be one to partner Eder Miliato in the long haul.
The prodigy’s contract with the Merengues runs out next summer and it is thus the club’s priority to renew his deal until 2025 or 2026. Only after the preliminary step will he be allowed to leave on loan.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
