Florentino Pérez doesn't want him to slip away, but he knows it won't be easy. Raúl Asencio's contract ends on June 30, 2026, and he has no shortage of suitors. The high level he has shown at Real Madrid has sparked interest from major teams in England and Italy... They're even interested in doubling the salary offered by the merengue president.
The best news for Florentino is that Raúl Asencio is clear that his future only lies with Real Madrid. Despite knowing he could earn (much) more elsewhere, his dream is to succeed at Santiago Bernabéu. It's true that in recent matches he's been losing importance, but Ancelotti is preparing him for different positions: besides central defender, he also wants to use him as a full-back.
Asencio is delighted in Madrid and is clear he doesn't want to leave, but he also needs guarantees. Until recently, he felt important, but this has changed in recent weeks. He hopes his situation can change to get more playing time sooner rather than later. He has no doubt and knows this will happen, considering the first team's defensive line is very battered.
Raúl Asencio Has the Key: Florentino Pérez Makes the Decision at Real Madrid
Florentino Pérez has been pondering it for several weeks, but the decision is already made. Real Madrid has decided not to go to the January market in search of a central defender. The main reason for this is Raúl Asencio, whose emergence in the first team has been welcomed with open arms. He won't go back to Castilla, and the plan is to renew his contract in the coming months, making him a part of the 'seniors'.
What they intend at Real Madrid is to enhance the qualities of an Asencio who has shown he's ready to play in important matches. The plan is to give him rest whenever possible, trying to keep him in the best possible condition for the decisive phase of the season. The youth player is fulfillling his role perfectly, and there's no need for another central defender to take his place.
Not just Raúl Asencio. Florentino Pérez's decision is well thought out, and Alaba's recovery is also key. The Austrian is in the final phase of his injury and is expected to return at the beginning of 2025, being a very key player for the defense. Between the two, the idea is to have the defense well-covered for the rest of the campaign, also including Rüdiger.
The plan is clear: renew Raúl Asencio's contract, despite having great offers from abroad. Florentino Pérez is clear, his future only lies with Real Madrid.