Real Madrid hasn't stopped since its return from the United States, facing several ongoing challenges in building its squad. Florentino Pérez keeps working tirelessly, while Xabi Alonso's input is proving crucial to carrying out various operations. One deal that was very close to being finalized has ultimately fallen through because the coach from Tolosa demanded it.
Exit Blocked At Real Madrid
"Marca" has revealed that, although Diego Aguado seemed to be leaving Real Madrid, he will end up staying. He is one of the great prospects from La Fábrica and has attracted interest from several European teams, including Borussia Dortmund and Parma. The offers exceeded €3 million to take him from Valdebebas, but all of them have been "blocked".
Xabi Alonso has personally requested it, considering Diego Aguado "a strategic player". There have been many departures from Castilla and he is essential for the reserve team, in addition to being on the Basque coach's radar.
The idea is for Aguado to serve as "general captain" at Castilla under Arbeloa's leadership, who discovered him and has been his main supporter. Xabi Alonso will keep a close eye on him, covering his back against any potential departures that could affect the defensive line. He is a defender who can play both in the center and at left back, making him important in planning for the upcoming season.
Diego Aguado, The Future Is Him
In Valdebebas, nothing else is being discussed: Diego Aguado, at just 18, is one of the most exciting names for the future of Real Madrid. The young academy player has a contract until 2029, thus securing his continuity at the club and confirming that he is considered a strategic investment for the medium and long term.
Aguado is a versatile defender, one of those rare gems in modern soccer. Although his natural position is left center back, he has shown great reliability as a left back, providing defensive solidity, good ball distribution, and a reading of the game that is surprising for his age. Club coaches describe him as a player with "a veteran's mentality in a youth's body".
During the last season, he has been a key piece in the club's youth teams, standing out for his consistency, leadership, and maturity. At Madrid, they are convinced that Aguado will be important in the future of the first team... Meanwhile, they are already working on a progressive development plan, similar to the one followed by players like Nacho or Carvajal.
Aguado will be at Castilla, where he is expected to accumulate minutes and gain experience in a more competitive environment. It is not ruled out that, if his development continues at the current pace, he could get minutes with the first team. Xabi Alonso doesn't want a repeat of other prospects who slipped away. That's why Diego Aguado is already secured and on the radar. Real Madrid is clear that the future of its defense depends on him.