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Real Madrid defender ready to leave amid Juventus, Athletic Club, Real Sociedad interest
Despite the high-profile departures of Marco Asensio, Karim Benzema, and Eden Hazard, Real Madrid are expected to witness more exits in the coming weeks.
While two of the three aforementioned exits were rather unwanted, as far as the club are concerned, there is now a clear conviction on Real Madrid’s part to offload fringe players ahead of the new season.
Alvaro Odriozola is one such player likely to be offloaded this summer, along with a few others including Jesus Vallejo.
To that end, a recent report from AS suggests Odriozola has opened the door to leave the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.
This comes shortly after Carlo Ancelotti informed him of his exclusion from Real Madrid’s plans for the season ahead. The player himself admits that a transfer away from the Bernabeu could be the most logical move, as far as his development is concerned.
As per AS, Odriozola is also a wanted prospect in the market. Real Sociedad are planning to re-sign the right-back this summer. The 27-year-old had made his professional breakthrough at Anoeta, featuring in over 50 appearances for the club before joining Madrid.
Real Sociedad, though, could face stiff competition from Basque rivals Athletic Club in the race to sign Odriozola. There is a possibility the Spaniard might move to Serie A as well, with Juventus among the clubs keen on his services.
Odriozola has experience in the Italian top flight, having spent the 2021/22 season at Fiorentina. He would, therefore, be open to a move to Italy this summer.
For now, though, Real Madrid have yet to receive any formal offers for Odriozola. But that could change in the coming weeks, as clubs line up to sign the right-back.
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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.
