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Real Madrid outcast opens the door for summer exit, two La Liga clubs interested
A recent report from Jorge Picon has offered an update on the future of Alvaro Odriozola. The right-back has endured a difficult time at Real Madrid lately, falling behind in the pecking order and hardly making any impact on the senior side.
The report states that Odriozola has opened the door for a possible exit from Santiago Bernabeu this coming summer, after learning that he has no prospects in the Real Madrid squad.
With just two league appearances, Odriozola has indeed fallen behind Dani Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez in the pecking order. He believes as long as Carlo Ancelotti is at the helm, his chances of making a breakthrough in the senior side will remain close to none.
Ancelotti was linked with an exit from Real Madrid in the past few months, but the club’s strong showing against Barcelona in Copa Del Rey, coupled with their performances in the UEFA Champions League have helped the club regain faith in the Italian mastermind.
Therefore, leaving the club appears to be the only option for Odriozola. The club, for their part, are open to sanctioning the sale of the right-back, as they look to make way for several academy sensations and possibly new signings.
Odriozola was particularly holding out for a move to Real Sociedad last year, but the Txuri-Urdin did not make any effort to sign the player. However, the club have still kept tabs on his situation and might consider a move in the coming summer.
Real Sociedad, though, are not the only one targeting Odriozola. The club could face stiff competition from Basque outfit Athletic Club, who are strongly considering the possibility of incorporating a right-back such as Odriozola.
Therefore, it could be an important summer ahead for the Real Madrid star as he looks to take the next step in his career.
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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.
