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Real Madrid lure in another prodigy from Atletico Madrid’s academy
In a move that has stirred up the competition between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid’s youth teams, young forward Yeremaiah Ramos has decided to leave the Colchoneros to join La Fabrica.
This switch, as reported by Diario AS, is part of Real Madrid’s ongoing efforts to strengthen their youth squad and counter Atletico’s dominance in the youth division.
It is said that Real Madrid are pushing forward with its Valdebebas project, which involves recruiting talented players, including those from rival clubs like Atletico Madrid.
One of the notable signings is Ramos, a standout striker from Atletico’s youth team. Ramos, who played a key role in Atletico’s 2009 generation, scored an impressive 33 goals last season.
Atletico is a hunting ground for Real Madrid
Interestingly, this is the third consecutive summer that Real Madrid have targeted Atletico’s talent pool. It all started in 2022 with the signing of Jesus Fortea, breaking a long-standing non-aggression pact between the clubs. Last year, they continued this trend by bringing in Ariel Nkoghe.
Ramos, or “Yere” as he is known, shares a similar background with Nkoghe. Although born in Guadalajara, Spain, Ramos has roots in Equatorial Guinea and is the nephew of Pedro Obiang, a midfielder for Sassuolo who also played for Atletico in his youth.
Real Madrid’s aggressive recruitment is just the beginning, as they have already secured the signings of at least two more players from Atletico’s 7-a-side football teams for the 2023-24 season.
Additionally, Sergio Mestre, a goalkeeper from Atletico Madrid B, has also been recruited, albeit with limited playing time, to join Real Madrid C.
Ramos has played with Real Madrid youngsters
Ramos’ excellent performance throughout the season earned him a spot on Spain’s national U15 team in May. During this call-up, he played alongside several future Real Madrid teammates.
Among these players are Jairo Morilla and Santiago del Pino, both of whom are set to join Real Madrid’s youth academy.
This strategic manoeuvre by Real Madrid is seen as a significant step in bolstering their youth ranks and challenging Atletico’s recent success.
By bringing in top talents like Ramos and others, Real Madrid aims to build a formidable youth team that can compete at the highest levels.
The rivalry between the two clubs is set to intensify further as both continue to vie for supremacy in nurturing the next generation of football stars.
Real Madrid youngster Endrick continues to attract interest from several clubs ahead of another potential loan move in the upcoming January transfer window.
The latest side considering a move for the Brazilian forward is Aston Villa.
Indeed, according to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker on loan in January.
No minutes for Endrick
Endrick has had very limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season. Across Real Madrid’s nine matches in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, the Brazilian has played just four minutes, coming on in the 86th minute against Elche.
Such limited playing time has left the young forward struggling to gain the minutes and experience needed to develop his talent at Real Madrid.
As such, another loan move, like last January when he left for Olympique Lyon, could offer him a chance to play more regularly and continue his progression.
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have now emerged as an interested party to acquire the Brazilian international’s services on loan for the second half of the season.
AC Milan also interested in Endrick
Howver, Aston Villa are not the only club monitoring Endrick’s situation. AC Milan have also renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.
The Rossoneri already held an interest in the 20-year-old forward during the summer transfer window and are knocking on the doors once again now.
In fact, some reports in Italy even go on to suggest that the youngster is ready to pounce on the opportunity to sign for the Serie A giants.
For now, however, there have been no concrete developments or formal approaches from any interested club.
Real Madrid are understood to be open to allowing Endrick to leave on loan, but they are not considering a permanent sale as they still have a lot of faith in the promising attacker whom they signed from Palmeiras.
With Aston Villa and AC Milan both interested, the coming months could prove important in determining where the young Brazilian will continue his development.
