Real Madrid

Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has sent a clear message about Eden Hazard, after he did not feature in the game vs Espanyol.

He might actually be the last-choice winger at Real Madrid right now. He has my full backing and it’s not a problem if he doesn’t play, doesn’t get on the pitch or doesn’t warm up. The players who were not brought on, even with Real Madrid searching desperately for a late goal was telling though. On the other hand, Los Blancos were sitting at second after matchday 2 and had aspirations of going to the top with a win over the Barcelona-based side. Coming into the match, the home side were without a win and had picked up just one point. His three years at Santiago Bernabeu have been filled with injuries though.

Following the signing of Vinicius Jr in 2018, Real Madrid acquired the signature of another Brazilian prodigy, Rodrygo Goes, in 2019.

His versatility might allow him make a significant difference and make an impression anytime he is needed, whether as a super sub on the right flank or as a backup striker to Karim Benzema on off days. Although it is a complimentary quality, the defensive support he provides sets him apart significantly. He is gradually but surely regaining the consistency that has always preceded his name with a question mark.

17-year-old Iker Bravo has joined Real Madrid on loan from Bayer Leverkusen.

Real Madrid have completed the signing of the former Barcelona wonderkid, Iker Bravo, on loan from Bayer Leverkusen for the season.

The Spain U19 international Iker Bravo is joining Champions League winners and Super Cup winners Real Madrid from Bayer 04 Leverkusen with immediate effect. Thus, he needs rest from time to time and cannot play 90 minutes of football twice a week on a consistent basis. It is no secret that Real Madrid need to add to their options up front at this point of time.

WHAT HAPPENED? Bravo is returning to Spain after just one season with Bayer Leverkusen. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's ...

"From the best centre-forward prospect in La Masia to La Fabrica in the space of 12 months," he wrote. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's La Masia academy but left for Germany on a free in 2021 after failing to agree a new contract with the Catalans. Los Blancos would love nothing better than to get one over on their fierce rivals and could have a real talent on their hands if Bravo can show the kind of quality that made him so impressive at La Masia.

Every player to play for both Barca and Real Madrid, including Clasico legends Ronaldo, Luis Figo, Samuel Eto'o, Luis Enrique and Alfredo Di Stefano.

Is it possible for him to succeed at the Santiago Bernabeu despite his history? The Clasico rivalry is so intense that it is considered taboo to represent both Real Madrid and Barcelona during a player's career. [Youngster Iker Bravo is the latest to do so](https://www.goal.com/en/news/former-barcelona-wonderkid-iker-bravo-joins-real-madrid-on-loan/blt6caadfc5c581bf1c).