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Atletico Madrid signs Alvaro Vega from Real Madrid academy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Atletico Madrid signs Alvaro Vega from Real Madrid academy

Summary

Atletico Madrid has officially signed Alvaro Vega, a promising winger from Real Madrid’s academy, on a long-term deal. The Spain Under-16 international will join Atletico's Juvenil A side as he continues his development. Vega expressed excitement about the opportunity and aims to advance to the first team. This transfer is part of a trend of player movement between the two Madrid clubs, particularly following the transfer of Jesus Fortea to Real Madrid in 2022, which altered their recruitment dynamics.

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•Atletico Madrid signs Alvaro Vega from Real Madrid academy.
•Vega joins Atletico on a contract until 2029.
•He will play for Atletico's Juvenil A side.
•The transfer highlights increased player movement between both clubs.
•Vega aims to develop into a first-team player.

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7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Confirmed: Atletico Madrid snatch Real Madrid academy gem on long-term deal

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Atletico Madrid have strengthened their youth ranks by completing the signing of Alvaro Vega, with the promising winger leaving Real Madrid’s academy to join their city rivals on a long-term deal. ...
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