Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho evaluates Sergio Martinez for first-team debut

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho is considering giving teenager Sergio Martinez his first-team debut following positive training sessions. The 19-year-old joined the club from Racing Santander and has spent time training with the senior squad while being registered with Real Madrid Castilla. While Martinez has impressed the coaching staff with his professionalism and skill, Mourinho excluded him from the upcoming UEFA Champions League match. The manager cited the difficulty and stakes of the European fixture as the reason for the decision. Martinez is now being considered for a role in the domestic league match against Rayo Vallecano this weekend. A successful transition could address the team's need for depth in the midfield.

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