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Imminent and Painful Exit: Ancelotti Doesn't Count on Him and the Jewel Wants to Leave

The young star Real Madrid could lose due to Carlo Ancelotti's lack of interest in his services

Since its foundation, Real Madrid's youth academy has been endlessly praised for the stars it produces. With several team legends emerging from its lower categories, the club has continuously demonstrated the success of its academy. However, the team might lose one of the best talents it has ever had in the coming days.

Jesús Fortea, who was considered to strengthen the right wing position and replace Dani Carvajal, is close to leaving the club. Faced with his evident lack of playing time in Castilla and Ancelotti's lack of confidence, the young player is determined to seek an immediate exit. 

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Jesús Fortea with Real Madrid | Didac Aguirre

While the club he might join is still unknown, his decision to seek better opportunities is a reality. Having come from Atlético de Madrid's youth academy, sparking a battle between both clubs, Fortea's future is outside Madrid.

The farewell of a great talent

At just 17 years old, Fortea is destined to be one of the best right-backs in the world in a few years. Since his arrival in 2022 at Real Madrid's academy, the player has managed to stand out as one of the best young talents. However, after three seasons in the academy, the player has grown tired of waiting for his long-awaited opportunity.

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Jesús Fortea with Real Madrid | Didac Aguirre

Having played just 594 minutes with Juvenil A, Fortea is looking for a team where he can have the confidence to establish himself in the elite. Despite being considered Carvajal's future replacement, this situation has completely changed for the young Spaniard.

His imminent departure is primarily due to Carlo Ancelotti's lack of confidence in him. Despite being aware of his talent, the Italian coach is one of the culprits for the decision Fortea made.

A last opportunity

Even with the decision Fortea has made, this can change if Real Madrid makes the right decisions.  Given the number of matches in this final stretch of the season, the club could choose to give him his long-awaited opportunity. Although that's exclusively in the hands of his coach.

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