At this moment, Real Madrid is fully focused on competing in the FIFA Club World Cup, but this isn't stopping it from negotiating various deals. As the days go by, new information emerges and one has proven surprising. We're talking about the departure of a player who is currently in the United States and who, upon returning, will leave the Merengue squad.
In recent hours, El Larguero has revealed that Real Madrid has reached a transfer agreement with Alavés. The one who will leave Santiago Bernabéu is the youth academy product Youssef Enríquez, better known as Yusi. He will leave on a transfer, with a contract for the next 4 seasons.
There is no room for Yusi
Although Xabi Alonso has called him up to the United States, the truth is that there is no place for Yusi at Real Madrid. He hasn't played a single minute in the Club World Cup, being the only substitute Fran García has to cover the left flank.
There is maximum trust in Yusi, but between Fran García, Mendy, and the future arrival of Carreras, it's unlikely he will get minutes. The youth academy player is already ready for more than just playing for Castilla. That's why this transfer move to Alavés has been seen as a great opportunity for him to start developing his talent in professional soccer.
This way, Yusi will play next season in the First Division, trying to earn a spot in Alavés's starting eleven. He joined the academy in 2017, establishing himself as one of the greatest talents from La Fábrica. Now he will leave, but from Valdebebas they keep the option to bring him back in the coming years.
A great talent
At 19 years old, Youssef Enríquez, better known as Yusi, is taking firm steps in his progression within Real Madrid's academy. Trained at La Fábrica, the young left-back stands out for his top speed, his ability to cover the entire flank consistently, and his tactical maturity despite his youth.
Defensively, he is a very committed footballer. His intensity in one-on-one duels, combined with a remarkable reading of the game, makes him a reliable defender, something highly valued in the white club's playing model. However, Yusi doesn't only deliver at the back. When he joins the attack, he does so with good judgment, knowing when and how to push forward, making him an interesting option on the outside.
Real Madrid sees in him a very serious player project, with the potential to compete at the elite level. His mentality, discipline, and consistency have made him one of the most promising young players of his generation. If he keeps progressing like this, we could soon see Youssef Enríquez as a starter for Alavés. It's a key move to keep growing and, who knows, maybe one day return to Bernabéu.