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Real Madrid youngster’s loan move to La Liga club collapsed, looking for solutions
It is quite a difficult time for Reinier Jesus at Real Madrid these days. The 21-year-old was expected to seal a temporary move to Girona this summer, his third loan exit from the club, but Diario AS has reported that negotiations between the parties have failed.
The last couple of weeks have been rather strenuous for Reinier, who joined Real Madrid in January 2020 from Flamengo.
During this period, the 21-year-old saw his teammates packing bags for the pre-season tour in the United States while he was left alone in Valdebebas.
Why did the Girona move fall through?
Reinier was not included in Real Madrid’s travelling contingent for the pre-season tour because first, Carlo Ancelotti had communicated that he would not be part of the squad next season. Secondly, Madrid were in talks with Girona over a second consecutive loan move.
But with Girona signing Pablo Torre from Barcelona on loan for the 2023/24 season, there was no reason for the La Liga team to sign another midfielder, meaning that Reinier was left wanting.
Reinier is well-liked at Girona. After all, the 21-year-old played 18 games for the team last season and scored two goals.
Above all, Girona manager Michel rates him, but Oriol Romeu’s departure to Barcelona and Torre coming to Girona as part of the deal forced them to back out.
Strange weeks for Reinier
Since Real Madrid’s flight to the US last month, the 21-year-old has been training alone in Madrid, sometime in the company of the Castilla players who are expected to leave the club.
Despite being the lone wolf, Reinier has regularly attended training and most of the time, he has done it alone. Those watching him really appreciate his professionalism.
For what it is worth, the player wants to play in Spain because he is set to receive dual nationality. However, if nothing materializes in the coming weeks, he will go abroad. What is certain is that he will leave the team on loan this summer.
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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.
