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Published on 01 Nov 2024 at 2:20 p.m. par
Abdel Maarous
Injured, Dani Carvajal leaves a void in defense at Real Madrid. How this young talent and the winter transfer window could strengthen the team.
The knee injury Dani Carvajal leaves a worrying void within the defense of Real Madrid. The team ends up with Lucas Vazquez as the only alternative to the right-back position, a situation which weighed on the recent defeat against FC Barcelona (0-4) in the Clasico.
The emergence of Jesús Fortea: A new talent in defense
Among the young talents in training, Jesus Forteaaged 17, attracts the attention of the Madrid coach, according to Mark. Key player of the Juvenil A team, Fortea even took part in training sessions in preparation for the Clasico. This young defender embodies the future, and his potential was spotted very early by Alvaro Arbeloa, current U19 coach. Former Atlético Madrid player, Fortea found a true mentor in Arbeloa. The latter has accompanied and supported him in his development since his arrival at Real Madrid.
Non-aggression pact broken between Madrid clubs
The transfer of Jesús Fortea to Real Madrid marks yet another episode of tensions between the two clubs in the Spanish capital. This underlines the end of the non-aggression pact which historically prohibited direct recruitment between Real Madrid and Atlético. This movement opens the way to more daring recruitments, with the desire for Real Madrid to draw from the pool of young Spanish talents.
Real Madrid is relying more and more on its young talents to strengthen the first team. The rise of Jesús Fortea illustrates this vision, with a squad that combines experience and promise for the future. In this context, the choice of the next winter reinforcements is of crucial importance for the balance and competitiveness of the team.