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Real Madrid renews contract for midfielder Diego Lacosta, 18

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 4:05 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Real Madrid renews contract for midfielder Diego Lacosta, 18

Summary

Real Madrid has secured an extension for 18-year-old midfielder Diego Lacosta. The announcement was made by Lacosta via Instagram, where he expressed pride in continuing with the club. A key player for Real Madrid C, Lacosta has gained attention for his playing style, drawing comparisons to Federico Valverde. He has been instrumental in recent successes for the Juvenil A team, contributing to league and cup victories. Lacosta's contract renewal indicates the club's strong intentions for his development within their ranks.

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Key Details

•Lacosta joined Real Madrid's academy in 2020.
•He has made nine appearances for Real Madrid C this season.
•Lacosta helped Juvenil A win the Copa de Campeones and UEFA Youth League.
•He made two appearances for Castilla last season.
•Lacosta trained with the senior team during pre-season friendlies.

Latest Updates

4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Confirmed: Real Madrid renew 18-year-old academy gem dubbed the ‘new Valverde’

What they're saying

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Real Madrid have moved to secure the future of exciting young midfielder Diego Lacosta by renewing his contract.Taking to Instagram, the youngster confirmed the development, posting images of his cont...
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