A player in a white uniform controls the ball near the sideline in a stadium with blue stands, while the crests of two teams are blurred in the foreground.
Jesús Fortea with the Blurred Crests of Almería and Elche | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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The 2 Clubs That Want to Sign Fortea, Real Madrid Gives the OK With One Condition

The white club is willing to let him leave, but maintaining a percentage of rights that allows them to have control over his future

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Alex Moreno

Jesús Fortea Is on Real Madrid's Exit Ramp. The arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold has complicated his future, and the club is already considering options.

Two teams have shown interest in signing him: Almería and Elche. However, Madrid will only let him leave if they maintain some control over his future.

Arnold's Signing Closes Doors

Dani Carvajal's injury could have opened an opportunity for Fortea in the first team. However, Ancelotti didn't give him minutes. Now, with Arnold's arrival, his situation is even more complicated.

A player in a red uniform holds a ball on the field.
Arnold Applauding with Liverpool | Real Madrid Confidencial

The competition at right-back will be extremely high. Carvajal remains a solid option, Lucas Vázquez can also play in that position, and Fede Valverde is an occasional resource. With this outlook, opportunities for the youth player are minimal.

Without Renewal and with Exit on the Horizon

The big problem is his renewal, which remains unsolved. Madrid doesn't want to lose him for free, so they are looking for options for his future.

A loan could be an alternative, but Fortea might decide not to renew and seek a club where he has more continuity.

Almería and Elche have already inquired about his situation. Both clubs see him as a footballer with great potential and offer him immediate minutes in the first team.

Madrid won't oppose his departure, but they want to ensure he remains linked to the club in some way. This could be through a buy-back option or a percentage in a future sale.

A player in a white uniform controls the ball near the corner of the field while jumping in the air.
Jesús Fortea in the Youth League | Alamy

Opportunities Are Very Scarce

Real Madrid's project bets on big stars. This has made it increasingly difficult for the youth academy to have opportunities in the first team.

Fortea isn't the only case. Mario de Luis, Chema Andrés, and Gonzalo García will also find it difficult to find a spot.

The future of the right-back position seems defined with Carvajal and Arnold. Meanwhile, Fortea is looking for his place on another team... with Madrid watching closely.

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