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From Real Madrid's lucky charm to signing with Barça, ultimate betrayal

Surprise at the deal Barcelona is trying to close in the market

Barça is aware that its current squad isn't enough for it to always compete with Real Madrid. Los Blancos had a bad year and still almost won La Liga. Without any refereeing controversies, the Culers could've faced a major disappointment.

Looking ahead to next season, they've already started making moves and afterJoan García, they're going after Nico Williams. They want to secure his signing this week, although there's still uncertainty. After the Athletic forward, they want to steal one of Real Madrid's gems.

Soccer player wearing a red Spain national team jersey during a match
Nico Williams in a match with Spain | Real Madrid Confidencial

According to several sources close to the Catalan club, they want to go after Jeremy de León. In fact, they claim the deal is very close to being finalized. The Castilla winger has missed much of the season due to injuries.

They were looking forward to his return to the field throughout the next season. With Álvaro Arbeloa as coach, they trusted he could show his quality. But with a contract until 2027, Barça wants to take him so he can play for its reserve team in the Segunda Federación.

A surprising move but one that would be a betrayal for Madrid

With the relegation of Barça's reserve team, the move they're announcing seems unconvincing. It would be a step back since with Castilla, he's going to be able to play in the Primera RFEF. He's thinking about establishing himself to take on bigger challenges in the future.

Soccer player in Real Madrid training kit controlling a ball during a practice session
Jeremy de León training with Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

Also, Jeremy became Ancelotti's Real Madrid's lucky charm. During the Champions League won in 2024, the Puerto Rican player was part of the first team. To such an extent that he became indispensable in away matches.

He wasn't registered, so the Champions League they won at Wembley doesn't appear in his record. But Carletto trusted him to complement the training sessions during every trip. Seeing the final result, winning the title, it was a great decision that made him a lucky charm, who could now betray them.

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