3 signing proposals from Real Madrid to Mourinho for the forward line

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José Mourinho has explained how the arrival of Carlos Espí to Real Madrid's transfer market occurred after Gonzalo García's exit to Fulham during the summer of 2026. The Portuguese coach was given three names to cover that vacancy and he chose the Valencian forward for his profile, although competing for minutes with Kylian Mbappé conditions his opportunities in the first team.

José Mourinho received three candidates for Real Madrid

Gonzalo's departure opened a vacancy in the white team's attack. The club agreed to his transfer to Fulham for an amount close to 40 million euros and sought an alternative to keep another center forward option in the squad.

As Mourinho explained, the sports management presented him with three candidates and Espí was among them. The coach assessed that the attacker's characteristics could fit into the team and gave the green light to a signing that was finalized in July.

Real Madrid announced the signing on July 30, 2026. Espí arrived from Levante and signed until June 30, 2031, after the club paid his release clause, set at 25 million euros, as reported by the Spanish press at that time.

The operation addressed a specific need: to replace Gonzalo with a forward offering a different option in the box. Espí had scored 11 goals in 25 League matches with Levante the previous season and was recognized as one of the best under-23 players in the league.

Carlos Espí seeks playing time in an attack with Mbappé

Mourinho has highlighted Espí's evolution but also noted the difficulty of finding continuity when his place coincides with Mbappé, one of the team's main offensive references. Competition forces the Valencian to seize the opportunities he receives, especially when the coach opts for rotations or needs to alter the attack during games.

The forward has already shown signs of his ability to make the most of limited minutes. In the Champions League match against Roma on October 14, Espí came on in the second half and scored one of Madrid's comeback goals, with a final score of 3-4. The attacker later explained that Mourinho asked for maximum intensity for the duration he was on the pitch.

This impact reinforces his candidacy for more participation, although one match does not guarantee a permanent change in the squad's hierarchy. The decision will depend on his performance in training, the team's tactical needs, and the management of minutes for the starting forwards.

Real Madrid maintains its commitment to Espí

The contract until 2031 gives the club room to develop the player without rushing decisions about his future. At 21 years old, Espí joins a squad with high offensive competition but has already proven he can contribute when given chances.

Carlos Espí's next goal will be to turn performances like the one against Roma into a more regular presence in the lineups and on the field. Mourinho will have to decide whether to give him more minutes in upcoming matches as the forward tries to earn a place in Real Madrid's attack without losing sight of the direct competition with Mbappé.

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