Surprise: Real Madrid sets a price for Raúl Asencio

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The future of Raúl Asencio at Real Madrid is going through a delicate moment. The young defender, who last season was one of the great surprises of the squad under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti, has seen his role drastically change with the arrival of Xabi Alonso to the bench.

What was once trust and a starting position has transformed into a secondary role, where he now ranks as the fourth or even fifth alternative in the Merengue backline.

The Basque coach has made it clear that his main bet is on Dean Huijsen, Eder Militao, and Antonio Rüdiger, not forgetting that even Aurélien Tchouaméni has played as a center-back in a system with three defenders. This fierce competition has relegated Asencio to an unexpected role after a season in which he had earned a place through good performances.

The white board decided to extend his contract last summer, a gesture interpreted as a show of confidence in the homegrown talent. However, this does not mean that the club is closing the door to a sale. In fact, according to 'DefensaCentral,' the Madrid leadership has informed their intermediaries that they will not consider any negotiation below 35 million euros.

This amount sets a high benchmark for any operation but also reflects Real Madrid's valuation of a young player with potential who has already proven his competitiveness in the Spanish League and in international competitions. So far, several clubs from the Premier League and the Italian Serie A have inquired about his situation, asking about the conditions for a possible departure. However, none has yet put forward an offer close to the one demanded by the Madrid entity.

Real Madrid would accept the sale of Raúl Asencio for 35 million euros

At the moment, Asencio himself is not considering leaving the Santiago Bernabéu. His goal is to reverse the situation and convince Xabi Alonso that he can be a useful piece throughout the season. He knows the schedule is demanding and that his opportunity will come sooner or later.

However, the reality is that he currently faces established defenders and young talents like Huijsen. Added to this are certain off-field issues that indirectly affect his performance and could be influencing the technical decision to relegate him in the rotation.

One of the episodes that marked Asencio was his performance in the previous Club World Cup, where he made costly mistakes. Although such errors are not uncommon in young players, even experienced footballers like Rüdiger have been through the same, they undoubtedly impacted his confidence and made him a target of criticism.

Since then, the academy product has been working intensely in training, aiming to regain the level he showed in his elite debut. The dressing room recognizes his professionalism and desire to improve, but Xabi Alonso's decisions currently do not favor him.

The fact that Real Madrid has set a specific transfer fee (the 35 million) leaves the door open for a departure at any moment. The club is not in a hurry, but they also do not rule out a move if a proposal satisfies both the entity and the player.

The transfer window continues to generate rumors, and although a formal offer has not yet been made, the Bernabéu offices do not rule out the possibility that a Premier League club may make a strong move in the coming weeks. England emerges as a logical destination due to the financial power of its mid-table and top teams, who see in Asencio a young center-back with potential for growth.

The current scenario for Asencio is challenging. Huijsen has established himself as one of the most promising young talents in Europe, Militao has bounced back strongly from his severe injury, and Rüdiger remains one of the most solid defensive pieces. Additionally, if the coach opts for three central defenders, players like David Alaba also come into the equation.

This situation places the academy product in a complicated position, where every minute he plays must be maximized to demonstrate his worth.

For now, the club's plan is for Raúl Asencio to be part of the squad this season. He earned it with the performance he showed in his debut year, where he surprised with his maturity and ability to adapt to the demands of the first team.

However, in the modern football, circumstances change rapidly, and a good offer can alter everything. Real Madrid, true to its policy, will not undersell a player with potential, but they will not cling to him at all costs if someone pays what they consider a fair price.

It is clear that Asencio faces a crucial moment in his career: fighting to secure a place in the world's most demanding team or making the leap to another project that guarantees him a prominent role. And, as established, that leap will only be possible if a club willing to pay the 35 million euros that mark the boundary between his continuity and departure appears.

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