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Real Madrid have already signed Atletico Madrid youth team gem – report
Just hours after reports revealing Real Madrid’s pursuit of Ariel Nkhoge, it appears the Spanish giants have completed the signing of the Atletico Madrid youngster.
This has been reported by Jose Felix Diaz of MARCA, who suggests the young center-back will soon join the Real Madrid academy.
Earlier this month, Mario Cortegana had claimed that the Merengues had already signed two prospects from their cross-town rivals. And Nkhoge could become the third Atletico Madrid youngster to join Real Madrid, in what could be the latest violation of the non-aggression pact between the two clubs.
The traditional rivals had set particular boundaries in order to regulate transfers and secure their academies. But they broke their non-aggression pact when Real Madrid decided to sign Jesus Fortea last summer.
A centre-back by trade, Nkhoge is regarded as one of the best talents in the Atleti youth academy. He is capable of operating both as centre-back and a left-back – making him an appealing target for any coach.
Having turned 16 years old in March, the young defender has decided to sign his first professional contract with Real Madrid, the report states.
Nkhoge should help Real Madrid increase their ranks in the youth department, which has already generated a series of top-quality individuals in recent years.
The report goes on to suggest that Real Madrid may target more Atletico Madrid academy players in the coming months. The signing of another youngster is already under the pipeline, as part of the club’s plans to reinforce the youth department.
Overall, Los Blancos may end up signing a total of five or six Atletico Madrid youngsters, which could drastically increase tensions between the two clubs.
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UEFA open investigation against multiple Real Madrid players over celebration vs Atletico
More than two weeks after Real Madrid’s controversial win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16, UEFA has sent quite the shockwave to the defending European champions.
In a recent statement, UEFA has announced they have started an open investigation against a series of Real Madrid players for the way they celebrated after winning against Atletico Madrid, about two weeks back.
What is the investigation about?
As reported by MARCA, the European governing body is specifically looking into the actions of Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Dani Ceballos, and Vinicius Jr.
The controversy stems from Real Madrid’s celebrations after knocking out city rivals Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.
The celebrations took place near the section of the stadium occupied by Real Madrid supporters, but some actions by the players have drawn scrutiny.
“A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to investigate allegations of indecent conduct by Real Madrid CF players (Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Daniel Ceballos Fernandez and Vinicius Junior) during the UEFA Champions League round of 16 match between Club Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid on 12 March 2025,” UEFA said in an official statement.
Rudiger is being investigated for a gesture in which he placed his hand around his neck, while Mbappe reportedly made an inappropriate gesture by touching his genitals.
Vinicius, on the other hand, was involved in heated interactions with Atletico fans both before and after the match, while Ceballos was seen enthusiastically joining the celebrations.
The celebrations from Real Madrid players drew hostility from Atletico Madrid fans for obvious reasons, with the opposition fans resorting to throwing bottles on the pitch.
Jude Bellingham was even among the ones hit by these throwing objects from Atleti fans while Vinicius pointed to the Real Madrid crest on his shirt, which might have played a role in further fuming tension.
Rodrygo, on the other hand, responded to the hostility from Atleti fans by dancing inside the pitch.
UEFA has appointed an Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector to review the incidents, although it is very much likely that Real Madrid would appeal against any sanctions placed on the event of any breach.
