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Even in the early stages of the summer, Real Madrid have already raised eyebrows with their market activity so far.
The club have notably roped in Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold while a few more signings, including a ‘secret signing’, are in the works.
However, Real Madrid are not only going after big names; they are also keeping an eye on the youth market.
Ajax prodigy to join RM Castilla
To that end, it appears Real Madrid are on the verge of completing a deal to sign Abdellah Ouazane.
The Ajax prodigy has been closely linked with a move to Santiago Bernabeu this summer, with the player even rejecting big offers from other clubs across Europe.
Now, according to COPE, Ouazane deal is as good as done and the player is expected to play for RM Castilla next season.
Ouazane will play under the leadership of Arbeloa next season (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
It will be an important step for Ouazane, who is a central midfielder known for his versatility and technical efficiency.
Aged only 16, Ouazane currently plies his trade for Ajax’s U17 side. But he has shown maturity far beyond his years and could be ready for a higher level.
RM Castilla, to that end, could be an ideal jump, now under the leadership of Arbeloa, who has played a key role in nurturing several young talents.
As per the report, Ouazane will sign a three-year contract with Real Madrid whereas Ajax will receive nothing more than just training compensation.
The report adds that Ouazane had already informed his desire to leave to Ajax and not even intervention from coach John Heitinga could stop him from deciding the quit the club.
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Done Deal: Real Madrid top target expected to join the club in August
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Franco Mastantuono has become a household name in Real Madrid circles in recent weeks, simply on account of speculation linking him with a move to Santiago Bernabeu.
Although Real Madrid are indeed the frontrunner in the race to sign Mastantuono, River Plate are playing hardball.
There has also been uncertainty regarding when Mastantuono will join the camp, as many suggest he could be loaned back to River Plate.
Mastantuono pursuit: A done deal
However, journalist Gaston Edul has confirmed that Real Madrid’s pursuit of Mastantuono is now a done deal after weeks of negotiations.
This could prove to be a significant breakthrough for the club, who have been keen on reinforcing their ranks in the creative department, especially after losing Luka Modric.
Franco Mastantuono will become Real Madrid’s third major signing this summer (Photo by Marcelo Hernandez/Getty Images)
Edul adds that Mastantuono will also join the Real Madrid camp in August and will, therefore, be available for action at the start of next season.
Although he may not participate in the FIFA Club World Cup for Los Blancos, his availability from August will give Xabi Alonso additional options in the creative department.
Providing Real Madrid have met Mastantuono’s €40 million release clause, the River Plate star would become the biggest sale in Argentine footballing history.
This does, however, contradict an earlier report which claimed that the young attacker will join the club in June and will be able to represent the club in the FIFA Club World Cup.
But if he joins in August, it is likely that Mastantuono will be playing for River Plate in the FIFA Club World Cup, potentially even featuring against Real Madrid if the stars align.
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