Real Madrid legend and Castilla manager Raúl González has shared insights into the readiness of the club’s youth academy and celebrated the achievements of one of its rising stars, Asencio. Speaking to reporters after Castilla’s recent game, Raúl highlighted the academy’s strengths and the challenges young players face in breaking into the first team.
Raúl Highlights the Strength of Madrid’s Youth Academy
Raúl emphasized that Real Madrid’s youth academy, known as La Fábrica, remains one of the best in the world. However, he pointed out that opportunities for academy graduates to break into the first team are limited by circumstances.
“Madrid’s youth academy is ready, it’s just that opportunities are needed due to certain circumstances,” Raúl explained. “At other clubs, opportunities come differently, but it has been proven that we have the best youth academy in the world.”
Despite these challenges, Raúl expressed confidence that even if academy players don’t achieve their goals at Madrid, they are well-prepared for professional success elsewhere.
Praise for Asencio’s First-Team Breakthrough
Raúl also celebrated the recent success of centre-back Asencio, who made his Real Madrid debut during the team’s 4-0 victory over Osasuna before the international break.
“It is a great joy,” Raúl said. “The other day he had his chance, and he did very well. In the coming days, he will be one more member of the first team. I am very happy because he is a player who has fought hard to be where he is.”
Raúl acknowledged the effort it took for Asencio to reach this stage, adding, “Now he has to continue; part of the work has already been done, and now he has to stay.”
A Bright Future for Madrid’s Young Stars
Raúl’s remarks underscore his faith in the academy’s ability to nurture top-tier talent. With players like Asencio stepping into the spotlight, the academy continues to demonstrate its ability to produce world-class professionals, even as competition for first-team places remains fierce.
Raúl’s comments reinforce Real Madrid’s reputation for cultivating elite talent through La Fábrica. While opportunities in the first team may be scarce, the academy’s graduates continue to make their mark in football globally.
Asencio’s debut stands as a testament to the hard work and dedication of Madrid’s young stars, offering hope for more breakthroughs in the near future.
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