Real Madrid Confidencial Mario Cortegana gives the figure: this is how much all of Madrid's signings in Brazil cost
Mario Cortegana talks about Real Madrid's bet on Brazil, and the figures are surprising
The investment made by the white club in South American soccer has been more than evident in recent years. All of this has mainly focused on Brazilian soccer, where a significant amount has been invested, as mentioned by Mario Cortegana. There is talk of €170 million ($170 million) in the signings of Vinícius, Rodrygo, Reinier, Endrick, and even Casemiro.
It has clearly been a very significant investment for a team, especially considering that these were young prospects. However, what is clear is that the investment has been very positive, at least in three of these five cases. It remains to be seen whether Endrick will become the generational player he is expected to be, and he could even make the balance even more positive.
The bet on Brazilian talent
In his most recent video, regarding Reinier's departure, Mario talks a bit about the market the club has tapped into in Brazil. Signings like Vinícius or Casemiro have clearly been successes, despite the prices they arrived for. The former holding midfielder joined for an approximate sum of €10 million ($10 million), but the big investment came with Vinícius, with €45 million ($45 million) on the table.
The case of the number 11 Madridist is somewhat different, since although he has reached a spectacular level, he hasn't been able to keep it due to his change of position. The situation is completely different with Reinier, who ends up leaving the Merengue squad without ever debuting with the first team.
Finally, there is the young Brazilian Endrick who, according to the figures Mario breaks down, reaches a total of €60 million ($60 million) with add-ons. This is the most expensive bet on a young Brazilian prospect by the club, and it remains to be seen whether he will reach his potential.
More success than failure
What is clear is that, although there have been failures in this management, they have indeed had important successes with Casemiro and Vinícius. Both became, at one point, the best player in their position and, in Vinícius's case, even a potential Ballon d'Or winner.
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