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Real Madrid see 21-year-old La Fabrica starlet as the ‘next big thing’ – Romano
According to a recent report from Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid are laying the groundwork for a long-term plan around 21-year-old defender Raul Asencio, who is quickly becoming a promising talent within the squad.
The club sees immense potential in the young player and appears keen to secure his future as a crucial part of their team. In fact, as reported before, Real Madrid are preparing to offer him a new contract, impressed by his recent performances.
Although Asencio’s promotion to the first team was initially a result of an injury crisis within the squad, he has made the most of his opportunities.
His current contract is set to run until June 2026, but the club is already working on renegotiating the deal to include improved terms and a higher salary.
The decision to reward him highlights Real Madrid’s confidence in his ability to contribute to the team in the years to come.
Talks in progress
Negotiations between the defender’s representatives and the club have been ongoing. Given that his current deal already extends for a few more years, the urgency to secure a new agreement stems from the desire to avoid potential distractions or external interest.
Asencio’s performances, particularly in matches against Leganes and Getafe, have left the club’s management and fans excited about his development.
These outings have shown his ability to handle pressure and play with composure, characteristics that are essential for a defender at a club like Real Madrid.
With consistent displays of maturity and skill, Asencio is beginning to look like a strong contender for a regular starting position.
His rise to prominence comes at a critical time for the team, as Eder Militao has been ruled out for the season, and David Alaba’s return to full fitness remains uncertain.
Even when Alaba is back, questions over his fitness could leave room for Asencio to maintain his spot. Real Madrid’s decision to prioritise his contract renewal signals their intention to build a solid defensive foundation for the future.
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Arsenal in contact with Real Madrid forward’s camp over potential transfer – report
Doubts about Rodrygo Goes’ long-term future at Real Madrid having been growing for some time.
The Brazilian’s situation had become uncomfortable over the past couple of seasons as he experienced a sudden decline in form. And, just when it seemed like he was about to turn things around, an ACL injury ruled him out in March earlier this year.
With Rodrygo now facing an extended spell on the sidelines, his recovery will be crucial. He is expected to return in December or January, and the club will monitor how he responds physically before determining what role he will play under Jose Mourinho.
Arsenal keeping tabs on Rodrygo
Now, according to TEAMtalk (h/t Bernabeu Digital), Arsenal are in contact with Rodrygo’s representatives over a potential future move.
The report states that the Gunners had already attempted to sign the Brazilian before his injury, and their interest has now resurfaced ahead of a possible move in the summer of 2027.
The Premier League champions had also explored the possibility of signing Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid this past summer, before he signed a new long-term contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Now, their attention seems to have switched Vinicius’ fellow Brazilian forward who is closing in on his return from the ACL rupture.
Real Madrid want to keep Rodrygo until the summer
As already reported, Rodrygo will not leave Real Madrid in January. The intention is for the winger to regain full fitness and become available to Mourinho for the second half of the season.
Real Madrid are not considering selling the former Santos wonderkid during the January transfer window.
Instead, the club intend to reassess his situation next summer, once he has had the opportunity to recover and demonstrate his form on the pitch.
The plan is to have the Brazilian fit and available for the second half of the campaign before making a final decision at the end of the season.
Rodrygo’s performances after returning from injury, together with Mourinho’s assessment of his role in the squad, will help determine what happens next.
Depending on those factors, Real Madrid could consider allowing him to leave or decide that he still has an important future at the Santiago Bernabeu.
For now, Arsenal’s interest remains a possibility to watch, but Real Madrid are focused on Rodrygo’s recovery rather than negotiating a January departure.
Hala_Madrid
December 3, 2024 at 11:35 am
Only if Ancelotti would have more faith and trust on young players, maybe Madrid wouldn’t be struggling so much. Instead, he relies more on the underperforming players (Mendy, as one example) he favors.