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Fabrizio Romano Announces It: Real Madrid Misses Out on the New Isco Alarcón

They miss out on their signing even though they were following him very closely

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Borja Díaz

Real Madrid is very alert to the market, to the possible gems that may become available. One of them could have become the new Isco Alarcón, as he would arrive from Málaga like him. However, it has gone awry, and Fabrizio Romano has confirmed his new destination.

We are referring to Antonio Cordero, the young 18-year-old forward from the Málaga team. Author of the goal that secured promotion to Segunda, Real Madrid was following him very closely. Especially because his contract ends on June 30 and he hasn't reached an agreement for his renewal.

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Antonio Cordero in a match with Málaga | Real Madrid Confidencial

Despite Málaga's attempts, it has been impossible to extend Antonio's contract further. This is why it led to the belief that he would be one of the most desirable free agents due to his age. But there is a team that has taken the lead and has reportedly reached an agreement.

It is Newcastle that has managed to move to convince the forward to sign. The role they promised him and the financial offer have been enough for him to say yes to the Magpies. This has caused Real Madrid to miss out on their potential signing.

Real Madrid Continues to Monitor Players in the Market as Potential Signings

Looking ahead to next summer, Real Madrid could strengthen in several positions such as defense or midfield. However, no reinforcements are expected in the attack after the arrivals of Mbappé and Endrick. They believe they have the forward line more than covered for many years.

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Mbappé celebrating a goal with open arms | Real Madrid Confidencial

But that doesn't mean they aren't alert to other forwards in case one becomes available. It would have been the case with Antonio Cordero, whom they saw with a lot of potential ahead. However, they are now focusing on other targets to continue analyzing their progression.

This is the way Real Madrid operates, monitoring those talents they see standing out. In case they need to strengthen their position, they would consider it as a possible signing. But for now, they don't see the need to go after any forward this coming summer.

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