Jesús Vallejo – Football Scout

Real Madrid’s young signings: hit and miss beyond Marco Asensio

La Liga ambassador Patrick Kluivert discusses the void left by Cristiano Ronaldo following his departure from Real Madrid to join Juventus.

Last Sunday marked exactly four years since Real Madrid last presented a big galactico signing — the arrival of James Rodriguez for €80 million after the 2014 World Cup — with the La Liga giants’ transfer policy having since changed dramatically.

After long-term targets Neymar and Kylian Mbappe recently committed their futures to Paris Saint-Germain, friendly local media reports have been talking again about Madrid’s intelligent focus on snapping up the best international young talent given…

Youngsters Theo Hernandez, Jesus Vallejo struggle in disinterested Real Madrid defeat

Real Madrid’s Zinedine Zidane says that Cristiano Ronaldo, Dani Carvajal and Isco will all be fit for the Champions League final.
It was another day at the office for Real Madrid against Sevilla in La Liga on Wednesday night as their Jekyll and Hyde season continues. They suffered for large spells of the match and looked in danger of conceding every time the hosts attacked. Despite a late fightback, it was too little, too late as they remain three points behind rivals, Atletico Madrid for second place.

Positives
The end is near, in two senses. This wretched La Liga campaign is almost over and that means a couple of squad…

Real Madrid’s Marcelo, Jesus Vallejo return to training ahead of PSG clash

The FC crew explain how Real Madrid’s loss at Espanyol will affect the club’s mindset ahead of their crucial rematch with PSG in the Champions League.

ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop delves into the latest transfer rumours surrounding Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowski, Jorginho and plenty more.
Real Madrid have received a timely boost ahead of next week’s Champions League round-of-16 return leg at Paris Saint-Germain with defenders Marcelo and Jesus Vallejo returning to full training on Thursday.
Marcelo, the left-back, had been sidelined since injuring his right hamstring on Feb. 19, and Vallejo, the central defender, had been out of action with a similar injury for six weeks.
Both players took part in training in preparation for Saturday’s home game against Leganes.
Midfielders Luka…

Vinicius Junior, Carles Alena could star for Madrid, Barca in El Clasico 2020

Steve Nicol shares his thoughts on who will come out on top in the El Clasico showdown between La Liga’s biggest superstars.

Former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas praises Lionel Messi and gives a prediction of this weekend’s El Clasico.

How do Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s El Clasico stats stack up against each other?
All eyes may be on Saturday’s Clasico at the Bernabeu, but we’ve looked ahead to see who could be the stars of the future for Real Madrid and Barcelona.
With both clubs boasting an enormous pool of young talent, these are the players who could make names for themselves in the first team by Clasico 2020.
Real Madrid
Vinicius Junior
Junior hasn’t even arrived in Madrid yet, but big things are expected of the 17-year-old who made headlines around the world when his £38 million move to the Spanish…

Cristiano Ronaldo’s two goals led the way for Real Madrid in their 5-0 win over Sevilla.

The FC panel give their candid reactions to Cristiano Ronaldo’s claim of being the “best player in the history of football.”

Real Madrid thrashed Sevilla 5-0 thanks to a spectacular first-half showing at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Nacho opened the scoring in the third minute before Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated winning a fifth Ballon d’Or with a neatly-taken goal. A clear handball by Jesus Navas granted the Portugal international the chance to double his tally from the penalty spot after 31 minutes. Toni Kroos and Achraf Hakimi both scored their first goals of the season to complete a five-star first half.

From there,…

Roles now reversed in Real Madrid and Barca’s <i>cantera</i> vs. <i>cartera</i> debate

In a battle between not only two teams but two identities, El Clasico comes to Miami in the match that transcends sport.

For the first time in history, FC Barcelona and Real Madrid bring their epic rivalry to the United States.

Former France midfielder Christian Karembeu joins the FC crew to discuss Mbappe’s link to Real Madrid and the Neymar saga.

When Real Madrid take the field at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday evening for a friendly against Barcelona, they will do as the reigning La Liga and European champions for the first time in 60 years. 
Barca, meanwhile, are without either one of those titles having achieved four domestic and continental doubles over the course of the last 12 years. While it is far too early to talk of a seismic shift in power at the summit of European football, there are plenty of indicators…

Theo Hernandez, Jesus Vallejo tipped to break out for Real Madrid

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane delves into Alvaro Morata, Kylian Mbappe, Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and managing such a talented squad.

Theo Hernandez arrived this summer from Atletico and is poised to fill many gaps on the left.

This time last year Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane, preparing for the new season in the United States, was unsure what to do with a young attacker who had just returned to the club following a season on loan at Espanyol.

Marco Asensio made such an impression on Zidane that he started last August’s European Supercup against Sevilla, marking his competitive Madrid debut with a spectacular long-range strike. By the end of the season, Asensio (still just 21 years old) was a key member of the squad…

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