The top European clubs closely monitor every young prospect emerging from Real Madrid's youth academy. Gonzalo García has become the object of desire for several Premier League teams.
At 20 years old, the Castilla attacking midfielder is taking steady steps toward the first team, and his progress has set off alarms in England.
What is surprising is not so much the interest—logical given his abilities—as the decision the footballer has made. Unlike other talents who have crossed the English Channel in search of playing time and millions, Gonzalo has said no. Three times.
A decision that speaks of his Madridism
This has not been just any refusal. According to the newspaper AS, Gonzalo has turned down very tempting offers from three different Premier League clubs. These teams offered him top-level salaries, guaranteed playing time, and a leading role from day one.
But the Real Madrid youth product is not swayed by siren songs. He has chosen to stay in Valdebebas, keep growing under Xabi Alonso's supervision, and fight for a real opportunity in the first team.
Three offers, one single answer
West Ham United, Brighton, and Wolverhampton Wanderers were reportedly the three teams that knocked on his door. All with the same result: a resounding refusal from the player and his camp.
Gonzalo's camp explains that his dream remains intact: to succeed at Real Madrid. He doesn't want shortcuts. He doesn't want projects that would take him away from Bernabéu.
He prefers to stay within the white discipline, even if that means more distributed minutes or greater competition.
Florentino takes note
In Madrid's offices, this loyalty has not gone unnoticed. Florentino Pérez values Gonzalo's attitude very positively and could reward it with an improved contract or even with a stable presence in the first team's dynamics this season.
Gonzalo's role may gradually gain prominence. Especially if he keeps showing that his talent goes hand in hand with a maturity unusual for his age. Although he will not have it easy with competition from Brahim and Arda Güler.