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Real Madrid made a firm decision in recent weeks by rejecting an unexpected proposal that came directly to their offices. The white club turned down the potential signing of Rúben Neves, current player of Al-Hilal, who offered himself as a free agent with the intention of returning to European football.
The offer was carefully studied by Real Madrid's sports management, but the conclusion was clear. Despite being a proven footballer with international experience and no transfer cost, the club understood that the operation did not fit into their current sports planning.
Real Madrid maintains its criteria in the market
Real Madrid assessed the offer from Rúben Neves from all angles. The Al-Hilal midfielder proposed his arrival as a free agent, a method that has been attractive to the white club on other occasions.
However, the transfer was discarded for sporting reasons. The club believes that Rúben Neves' profile does not meet the current needs of the midfield nor the roadmap set for the coming years.

Real Madrid prioritizes profiles with greater growth potential and a projection more aligned with its squad model, even when apparently favorable market opportunities arise.
Rúben Neves seeks to return to Europe after Al-Hilal
From Rúben Neves' environment, efforts were actively made to facilitate his departure from Al-Hilal. The player believes he still has the level to compete at the highest European level and wanted to explore options in top leagues.
Real Madrid was one of the clubs to whom this offer was made. The proposal included manageable contractual conditions and the player's total willingness to adapt to a competitive role within the team.
Nevertheless, the white club was clear from the initial analysis. The signing was not a priority and did not align with the real needs of the sports project, as reported by José Félix Díaz.
A decision based on planning, not on names
Real Madrid insists that the rejection is not about the quality of Rúben Neves but rather a planning issue. The club has a solid foundation in midfield with young players in full progression.
The arrival of a player with a defined role and limited trajectory could disrupt that balance. Therefore, Real Madrid chose to maintain its structure and not incorporate a profile that does not raise the level in the medium and long term.
Real Madrid sends a message to the market
The refusal of this transfer reinforces the idea that Real Madrid does not act on impulses or individual opportunities. Each addition must address a clear need and fit into a global plan.
Even when dealing with a player from Al-Hilal with experience in European elite football, the club does not change its strategy if the sports fit is not right.
This criterion has been consistent in recent transfer windows and explains why Real Madrid has rejected operations that, on paper, may have seemed appealing.
The future of Rúben Neves and Real Madrid's firm stance
Following Real Madrid's rejection, Rúben Neves will continue to explore options to leave Al-Hilal and return to European football in a competitive environment.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid remains focused on its planning, without altering its roadmap based on names or external circumstances. The club trusts its model and the players who are part of the project.
The decision makes it clear that, even when faced with significant offers like that of Rúben Neves, Real Madrid maintains its criteria firmly and does not deviate from its strategy.
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