The injuries to Eder Militão and David Alaba unexpectedly opened the door for Real Madrid’s young Raúl Asencio.
With Jesús Vallejo unavailable, Asencio partnered with Antonio Rüdiger and put in solid performances that were essential in helping the team maintain defensive stability.
Although Asencio impressed, his future at Real Madrid remains uncertain. The club plans to bring in a top-tier center-back, which would likely push him further down the pecking order, leading to interest from clubs like Bayern Munich, who are eager to offer him more playing time.
Bayern Munich, looking to strengthen their defense for the future, view Asencio as a key addition. This interest comes after tensions with Real Madrid over the transfers of Alphonso Davies and David Alaba, further intensifying the rivalry between the two clubs.
Bayern now looks to take advantage of Asencio’s potential, aligning with Real Madrid’s strategy of selling promising youth players for a profit.
Although Asencio has demonstrated his capabilities, Real Madrid’s long-term plans offer little space for him in the first team. The club intends to extend his contract, which runs until 2026, to ensure a higher transfer fee, similar to how they handled Rafa Marín’s move to Napoli last summer. Asencio’s future at the Santiago Bernabéu appears increasingly unlikely.
The move makes sense for all parties involved. Bayern would bolster their defense with a promising talent, Real Madrid would secure financial gain, and Asencio would have more chances to develop in a new setting. This transfer, further intensifying the rivalry between the two clubs, highlights the ongoing power struggles in the transfer market.
