Real Madrid Confidencial Raúl negotiates with his new team, neither Premier League nor Serie A: he's very close...
RB Leipzig wants Raúl as coach after being unable to sign Cesc Fàbregas
Raúl González is very close to finding a new destination. After closing his chapter at Real Madrid Castilla, the coach is already negotiating with a top-level club in Europe. It's neither from the Premier League nor Serie A.
RB Leipzig have gone after Raúl. The German side are looking for a coach for their first team and want to bet on a young coach who knows the club's philosophy.
The option of Cesc Fàbregas, which was strongly rumored, has cooled in recent weeks. The club has changed direction and now considers Raúl as their main alternative.
There are already contacts
According to sources close to the deal, there have already been contacts between the Spanish coach's camp and Leipzig's board. The talks are progressing. The proposal is on the table and Raúl's response could arrive soon.
In Germany, they see him as an ideal profile: young, with a developmental mindset and experience in the Bundesliga as a player during his time at Schalke 04.
The former Madrid striker has rejected several proposals in recent months. Clubs from LaLiga, England, and Italy have reached out to him. Raúl wants a serious project with guarantees.
Leipzig, known for betting on young talent, offers him stability, growth, and visibility in European soccer. In addition, their working model fits with the football idea the former footballer has.
End of an era at Castilla
After several seasons at Castilla, Raúl decided to close his chapter at Valdebebas. He said goodbye with praise and with the feeling of having completed a cycle.
The goal now is to make the leap to professional soccer. Leipzig could be the perfect place for that. A club that competes in Bundesliga, has a presence in the Champions League, and bets on coaches with a modern profile.
A final decision could come in the next few hours. The coach's camp acknowledges that "he's very close." Only contract details remain to be solved.
If there are no surprises, Raúl could start a new chapter in Germany. A key step in his career as a professional coach.
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