Real Madrid News
Real Betis frontrunners to sign 21-year-old Real Madrid starlet, Villarreal also keen
A number of prospects from Real Madrid’s Castilla outfit are expected to depart in the current transfer window following the team’s failure to achieve promotion to La Liga 2.
Sergio Arribas is perhaps the biggest name who is bound for the exit doors and following him could be fellow youngster Rafa Marin.
The 21-year-old is one of the most talented prospects to have come through the youth ranks in recent years and has been a permanent fixture in the Castilla outfit over the past couple of seasons.
Marin has also been called up to the first team on occasions, but has yet to make his debut for Carlo Ancelotti’s side. But given that Eder Militao, David Alaba, Antonio Rudiger, Nacho, and Jesus Vallejo are ahead of him in the pecking order, a pathway into the senior setup appears impossible.
As such, a summer departure looks likely, and according to a report from AS, Real Madrid’s La Liga rivals Real Betis are the frontrunners to sign Marin at this moment.
Los Verdiblancos are very interested in signing the 21-year-old prospect from the Spanish capital club. At the same time, a move to Betis also appeals to the defender as he would get a chance to play European football while he also happens to be from the Seville region.
Apart from Real Betis, Villarreal are also keen on signing Marin as a possible replacement for Pau Torres who has left for Aston Villa. But as things stand, Real Betis appear to be the best-placed club to secure the services of the young centre-half.
As far as Real Madrid are concerned, they would likely retain 50% of the player’s rights, like they did with Fran Garcia, who was re-signed this summer from Rayo Vallecano after he showed great progress and development.
A similar strategy is not ruled out with Marin as well and his departure would likely see Real Madrid have a buyback option.
Real Madrid News
Manchester United launch final push to sign Real Madrid outcast; club resists permanent exit
Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of Endrick as the Brazilian forward’s future at Real Madrid becomes increasingly uncertain, with a potential January loan move emerging as a solution to his lack of regular playing time.
According to Bernabeu Digital, Manchester United are making a final push to convince the 19-year-old to join them.
However, negotiations could prove complicated because the Premier League club is interested in including a purchase option in the deal, while Real Madrid are not currently planning to give up permanent control of the striker.
Endrick’s limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season have opened the door to a temporary departure, with AC Milan and Tottenham also emerging as potential destinations.
Why Manchester United want Endrick?
Manchester United are looking for greater attacking productivity and believe Endrick could provide a different dimension to their forward line.
The Premier League club has also been linked with the Brazilian in the past, as they assess options to improve their goalscoring output after a poor start to the season.
Notably, his situation at Real Madrid makes a move more plausible, as Endrick has struggled to secure consistent minutes, and the club is considering a loan that would give him the chance to play regularly.
However, United’s preferred terms could become the biggest obstacle.
The English side reportedly wants the option to buy Endrick at the end of the loan, potentially giving them a route to a permanent transfer if he impresses.
Real Madrid reject permanent Endrick exit
Real Madrid’s preference is understood to be a straightforward loan without a purchase option.
The club want Endrick to gain experience elsewhere before returning to compete for a place in the squad, rather than risk losing a young forward they have invested in for the future.
His previous loan spell at Lyon provides a possible model for another temporary move, although any agreement would depend on the terms offered and the player’s own preferences.
Manchester United are prepared to make an attractive financial proposal in an effort to secure his arrival, but money alone may not resolve the disagreement if Real Madrid remain unwilling to include a purchase clause.
