One of the great news that Real Madrid has had so far this season is Raul Asencio. The calendar had to take a step forward and debut after Militao’s injury. And the level he is giving has made him a full first team player.
Many compared him to Sergio Ramos for the character he has shown and his intensity on the pitch. But he is not the only one since they also see aspects of another Real Madrid legend. It is about Nacho Fernandezwho left the white team this past summer.
They are both homegrown of Real Madrid and they have known wait for your chance in the first team. In the case of Asencio, it came due to an injury, but he has already broken down the door. And he has done it without being a player who was constantly in the spotlight knocking on the door.
“It has a low profile, but high performance” This is what many are already saying, as is the case of Álvaro Benito. The former footballer and commentator considers that he has things that remind him of the former captain. Your availability, always adding even if you are not the ownerand willing to help the team.
In the Super Cup he once again demonstrated his level
In the semifinals of the Super Cup he once again showed what he can contribute to the white team. Tchouaméni had to retire after receiving a blow to the head and the doctors preferred the change. At that time, Asencio was chosen to take his place.
And he showed that the stage did not bother him, as he gave a great feeling on all the balls. From above and below he knew how to impose himself, and that was not difficult at the time he came out. He didn’t even get upset when Maffeo also looked for him in an unsportsmanlike manner.
Asencio has lost the starting position as center back as soon as Tchouaméni has recovered from his injury. But he has not raised his voice, not even to ask for more minutes or an exit. A situation that is very reminiscent of Nacho’salways hardworking and willing to help.
