Real Madrid is left without extra income... for now

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Rafael Obrador, a 22-year-old left back, is close to becoming a new player for Sassuolo after reaching an agreement with Benfica for his loan with an option to buy for 7 million euros. This move comes after his time at Torino, where he played during the second half of the 2025/26 season.

Rafael Obrador swaps Benfica for Sassuolo

Obrador has been with Benfica since July 2025, when the Portuguese club reached an agreement with Real Madrid for his transfer. The deal was officially announced by Real Madrid after the defender had completed his time at Castilla and a loan spell at Deportivo.

Obrador signed with Benfica until 2030, but his first season in Portugal was limited by a lack of playing time. He featured in one match with the first team before being loaned to Torino in January 2026.

In Italy, Obrador had much more involvement. With Torino, he played 17 games, scored one goal, and provided three assists, increasing his value as an option in the Italian market.

The agreement with Sassuolo includes a loan with an option to buy for 7 million euros. Therefore, there is currently no definitive transfer that would generate income for Benfica or other parties associated with the deal.

Rafael Obrador's future sale could impact Real Madrid

Real Madrid retains a financial interest in a future sale of Obrador. According to available information, Real Madrid holds 50% of the economic rights in a future profit from the player.

This arrangement explains why the move to Sassuolo could have financial implications for Madrid later on but does not result in immediate income. The 7 million euros are tied to the buyout option included in the loan agreement and would only become a transfer fee if the Italian club decides to activate it.

Obrador's career history also sheds light on the situation. The defender went through Real Madrid Castilla, accumulating 65 appearances in Primera Federación, and later played 33 matches in the Segunda División with Deportivo during the 2024/25 season.

Benfica acquired him for 5 million euros in 2025 as part of the deal involving Álvaro Carreras. At that point, Madrid no longer had the player under contract but retained financial rights linked to a future sale.

Next, Obrador's move to Sassuolo will take place. If the Italian club subsequently activates the buyout option at 7 million, it will trigger the next phase of the deal, bringing into play Real Madrid's financial stake in the player's future sale.

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