Jose Mourinho to decide Real Madrid academy player Raul Asencio's future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Jose Mourinho will determine the future of Real Madrid academy graduate Raul Asencio as the club plans a defensive overhaul this summer. With David Alaba's departure and injuries affecting Eder Militao, Madrid struggles with its center-back options. Although Asencio has performed well in the first team, he may not fit into Mourinho's plans, impacting his potential stay with the club. Real Madrid is also looking to strengthen the defense with big-name targets like Josko Gvardiol and Alessandro Bastoni, which could limit Asencio's chances for a starting role.
- •Mourinho's decision impacts Asencio's future with Real Madrid.
- •Real Madrid aims to sign top center-backs this summer.
- •Asencio not guaranteed a starting role even if Mourinho supports him.
- •Defensive weaknesses highlighted by Alaba's exit and Militao's injuries.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid academy graduate’s future to be decided by Jose Mourinho – report
"Real Madrid are set to oversee a defensive revolution this summer, and understandably so given how they were frustrated in the department throughout last season.With David Alaba leaving the club, Dean...
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