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Real Madrid academy trio amassing interest from several clubs – report
Real Madrid’s La Fabrica academy is celebrated for its ability to nurture exceptional talent and players with high ceilings.
However, with the first team’s high level of competition, many of these promising young players find themselves struggling for opportunities.
As a result, the club often decides to sell or loan out these emerging stars, seeking to balance their growth with the needs of the senior squad.
In fact, since 2010, Real Madrid have generated over €200 million from the sales of players developed through their renowned academy.
Considerable interest in Real Madrid’s youth prospects
Now, according to MARCA (h/t RM4 Arab) several top-tier Spanish teams are showing interest in signing Real Madrid academy trio Nico Paz, Alvaro Rodriguez, and Raul Asencio.
With limited spots available in the first team, there might be opportunities for these promising talents to move if a compelling offer comes through. The Merengues are open to considering exits for these players if it benefits both parties.
Reports have mentioned that Los Blancos are asking for €10 million for Nico Paz and Alvaro Rodriguez, and are willing to give away only 50% of the players’ rights.
Asencio also has his fair share of suitors with many Spanish clubs inquiring about the young defender.
Among the names mentioned Nico Paz is arguably considered the player with the highest potential and may even find himself continuing in the Spanish capital following Toni Kroos’ retirement and Dani Ceballos’ potential exit.
However, growing competition in the first team and the need to generate player sales to make room for new arrivals may compel Real Madrid to cash out on him, too.
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Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. admits finishing problem after another frustrating night vs Elche: ‘Can’t miss that much’
Vinicius Jr.’s difficult start in front of goal continued against Elche, and the Real Madrid forward did not need anyone to tell him he had missed another chance to make the difference.
The Brazilian finished the night without a goal despite having chances to get on the scoresheet, while his teammates could only watch from the bench as opportunities went begging.
Jose Mourinho had already identified the problem before kick-off, bluntly pointing to the issue facing his forward, stating, “He’s missing the goal.”
Vini offered an equally frank assessment afterwards.
Rather than hide from another frustrating evening, he accepted responsibility on social media: “The goals will come back; I can’t miss that much…”
Two chances, no finish for Vinicius
Vinicius had two particularly clear openings against Elche, but neither produced the finish Real Madrid needed from their star forward.
The first arrived when he found himself one-on-one with the opposition goalkeeper.
Instead of finding the net, Vinicius caught the ball with the tip of his foot and sent his effort wide. Arda Guler was available during the move and called for the ball, but Vini backed himself to finish the chance.
He had another opportunity after the interval, this time following an excellent pass from Guler during a quick Real Madrid transition. Again, though, Vinicius could not find the target.
His evening ended in the 68th minute, with Mourinho deciding the Brazilian was tired and turning his attention towards Sunday’s Atletico Madrid derby.
Mourinho has a bigger decision to make
The numbers show why Vinicius’ finishing has become a talking point. He managed five shots against Elche, but only one was on target and none found the net.
After seven appearances this season, the Brazilian has scored just once, which is a striking return for a player Real Madrid rely upon to provide a major share of their attacking threat.
Ultimately, though, Real Madrid found another route to victory, with Arda Guler, Kylian Mbappe and Carlos Espi providing the goals in the 3-2 comeback.
