Raul Asencio, Real Madrid player
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Real Madrid could reconsider Raul Asencio’s future next summer, with Fabrizio Romano identifying the 2027 transfer window as a period to watch for potential movement involving the defender.
The Spanish centre-back remains under contract until 2031 and is determined to establish himself at the Santiago Bernabeu.
However, Real Madrid are understood to be open to considering an exit if an offer arrives that satisfies both the club and the player, a position which is similar to last summer.
According to Romano, though, there is little expectation of an immediate change in January, as Asencio is currently recovering from an injury, and the situation surrounding his future remains quiet for now.
Real Madrid could consider Asencio transfer next summer
Notably, Asencio was not regarded as untouchable during the summer 2026 transfer window, despite previously being viewed as part of Madrid’s plans.
Raul Asencio, Real Madrid player
Raul Asencio could leave in 2027. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)
No move materialised because the right proposal did not arrive, leaving the defender at the club.
However, everything could change in 2027, as Real Madrid are no longer ruling out a departure if a suitable offer emerges, potentially opening the door for interested clubs to revisit their pursuit next summer.
Asencio determined to prove himself at Real Madrid
Despite the possibility of a future exit, Asencio has no immediate reason to push for a move, as he is under contract until 2031, remains happy at Real Madrid and wants to fight for his place in the squad.
His current priority is recovering after surgery and returning to action. Until then, there is no clear indication that his situation will change, with January described as a ‘quiet period’ regarding his future.
Asencio will therefore have an opportunity to strengthen his position before the next summer window opens.
Raul Asencio of Real Madrid
Asencio is currently recovering from surgery. (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images)
On that note, Regular performances could influence Real Madrid’s assessment, although the club’s willingness to consider an offer means his long-term future is not entirely settled.
Summer 2027 could decide Asencio’s future
The coming months will be important for the defender as he attempts to establish himself while Real Madrid assess their squad options.
A suitable proposal could prompt discussions, but there is no confirmed transfer agreement or indication that an exit is inevitable.
For now, Asencio remains a Real Madrid player focused on recovery and competition for a place.
The summer of 2027, rather than the January window, is the period Romano has highlighted as the more likely time for developments.
Real Madrid superstar might be ‘annoyed’ by club’s backing of Mbappe for Ballon d’Or – report
Vinicius Jr., Real Madrid player
Vinicius Jr., Real Madrid player
Having not won any trophies last season, Real Madrid is not heavy on the Ballon d’Or campaign so far this year, and understandably so given that they do not have the results to back them.
Kylian Mbappe, however, has begun and maintained a strong campaign of his own in recent weeks and is openly portraying himself as a strong frontrunner for the award.
Having been the top-scorer of virtually every top event he played, there is indeed a strong case to be made for Mbappe. His inability to win a single trophy with club or country, however, is the single-biggest hurdle.
Internal politics on the rise
Last month, there was a strong report in the Spanish media that Mbappe was unhappy with Real Madrid for not backing his claim and campaign to be the Ballon d’Or winner.
Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid superstar
Mbappe is pushing for the Ballon d’Or. (Photo by Burak Kara/Getty Images)
Now, as reported by Mario Cortegana, there could be an element of internal politics involved in the development.
A source close to a player who maintains good relations with both Mbappe and Vinicius has reportedly opened up and admitted that the Brazilian star might be annoyed by Real Madrid’s backing of Mbappe for the Ballon d’Or.
It is unknown if the club’s relative silence on the topic has anything to do with the Brazilian star’s sentiments, but it is clear that there is an internal divide in the dressing room.
A need to reconcile
The idea of bringing Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid was always spoken of in the same context as Vinicius Jr.’s sense of responsibility.
Kylian Mbappe. Vinicius Jr., Real Madrid players
It simply is not working out. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)
There was a sense that bringing in a second superstar would ease the load on Vinicius’ shoulders, and that the duo could thrive together and achieve the highest of peaks.
In reality, however, Vinicius and Mbappe have seldom managed to create any regular output, and the former’s stature has progressively reduced to an all-time low.
The report of Vinicius’ sentiment controlling Real Madrid’s support of Mbappe further hints at a divide between the two players, and possibly even the dressing room.
At this point in Real Madrid’s story, where the club continue to suffer and remain far from their best, there is an immediate need to move past personal rivalries and unite for the betterment of the team.