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Real Madrid is very pleased with the adaptation of Sergio Martínez, a 19-year-old midfielder who arrived this summer from Racing de Santander to reinforce the Real Madrid squad. The club paid 3 million euros for his signing, and José Mourinho is monitoring his progress weekly with an eye on the first team.
As reported by Diario AS, the Portuguese coach keeps a constant watch on the midfielder. Martínez has quickly settled in Castilla and has already had direct contact with the first team since his early weeks in Valdebebas.
Real Madrid is satisfied with Sergio Martínez
Real Madrid decided to bet on Sergio Martínez after his breakthrough at Racing de Santander. The white club paid the established 3 million euros in his release clause and signed him to a contract until June 2030.

The initial plan always involved him starting at Castilla but with the possibility of working regularly with the first team. That roadmap is already being fulfilled just a few weeks after his arrival.
Martínez has played five matches with the reserve team and has become a regular in the team's plans. His adaptation process also included playing in the U-20 Intercontinental Cup, a competition won by the white team against Santiago Wanderers.
His performance in that match caught the attention of the coaching staff. Mourinho watched the game and has continued to observe the player in his appearances with Castilla.
In the last derby against Atlético Madrileño, won by the white reserve team 3-2, the Portuguese coach was once again in the stands. Martínez did not deliver his most outstanding performance, but he continues to have internal confidence after the impressions he has shown since his arrival.
Mourinho keeps an eye on his development
José Mourinho had already worked directly with the midfielder during his early days as a Madrid player. Martínez participated in first-team training almost from his incorporation, and the coach has kept that door open during the start of the season.
The next step came with his call-up for the match against Betis. The player did not get any minutes, but his presence in the squad confirmed that the coaching staff considers him an alternative to follow during the season.
His profile also meets a specific need. Martínez stands at 1.88 meters, can play in different midfield positions, and had already gained experience in professional football before joining Castilla.
Real Madrid does not plan to artificially accelerate his progression. The goal is to keep him playing with the reserves while alternating specific training sessions and call-ups with the first team.
The upcoming weeks will mark his next step. Sergio Martínez will continue to play with Castilla while Mourinho monitors his development, and Real Madrid keeps open the possibility of giving him further opportunities with the first team if his performance maintains the adaptation shown since his arrival.
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