In Valdebebas, nothing is left to chance. While Barça boasts about its youth academy with names like Lamine Yamal, Real Madrid is quietly working to secure the future of European soccer.
In that strategy, Desiré Doué, the young and versatile PSG footballer and current European champion, stands out. He has already attracted the interest of the continent's top clubs. But Real Madrid has the upper hand.
Doué, just 20 years old, is one of the sensations of Ligue 1. His versatility, physical ability, and tactical maturity have made him a regular in Luis Enrique's PSG. He is also a top target for Real Madrid in the medium term.
Real Madrid Dna
Real Madrid already had excellent reports on Desiré Doué from his time at Rennes. But last year, he signed with PSG, and at 20 years old (20 years old), he has already become a major player in Europe.
Inside the club, they say that Desiré Doué has "Real Madrid DNA." Not only because of his talent, but also because of his character, ambition, and personality on the field.
In Real Madrid's offices, they are already working with an eye on 2029. That is when his contract with PSG ends, and he will be able to leave as a free agent. Just like what happened with Mbappé last summer.
He will then be 24 years old (24 years old), in his prime, and it is considered the ideal time to pursue his signing, as was done with Mbappé.
Desiré Doué is the type of player who fits perfectly into the renewal project led by Florentino Pérez: young, with global potential, a competitive personality, and room for improvement. Although bringing him in earlier is not ruled out if the opportunity arises, the main idea is to secure him for 2029, without paying a transfer fee.
Better Than Lamine Yamal
In France, he is already being compared to the great talents of his generation. For many experts, his impact in Ligue 1 and his tactical development put him above Lamine Yamal. Although their playing styles are different, they share something in common: both are expected to lead European soccer in the next decade.
Doué was already tempted by Bayern before signing with PSG. But the gesture he made toward Real Madrid has been key.
The young footballer doesn't hide his admiration for Real Madrid. Those close to him acknowledge that the possibility of wearing white is a dream that could come true sooner rather than later.
This Is How Doué Plays
Florentino Pérez and Juni Calafat continue to closely monitor the player. At Madrid, they are convinced that Doué is one of those talents they can't let slip away. As was done with Bellingham or Camavinga, the commitment will be firm, calculated, and timely.