Real Madrid Close To Signing 18-Year-Old Defender From La Liga Rivals
Real Madrid is close to signing 18-year-old defender Lamini Fati from La Liga rivals Leganes, according to Relevo.
It's said that upon completing the deal, the left-footed center-half, who currently plays for Leganes' B team, would join Real Madrid's academy setup.
🚨 Real Madrid are close to signing Leganés CB Lamini Fati for the academy. @Rodra10_97 pic.twitter.com/z0yHBQkqB6
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) December 16, 2024
According to Madrid Universal, Fati first caught the eye of Los Blancos during a practice match between Real Madrid Castilla and Leganes B last summer. Fati was reportedly close to joining Valencia at the time but ended up remaining with Leganes.
Much like the first team, Real Madrid's academy has been struggling with injuries and mixed form, and Fati could be a welcome addition for the C team and Castilla.
According to those familiar with Fati, the defender is regarded as an "imposing, physically dominant center-back, strong in duels and very anticipative." He's also described as an "indispensable player" for Leganes' B team.
🚨 CONFIRMED: Real Madrid have reached an agreement for Lamini Fati (CB, 18) for the youth team. @diarioas pic.twitter.com/dCOTa4xy91
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) December 16, 2024
Meanwhile, a further update by Diario AS has revealed that Real Madrid has reached an agreement with Leganes to sign the defender. The reported fee is around $105,000. The deal is expected to be officially announced in due course.
The January transfer window is set to open again in just over two weeks' time, so Los Blancos could announce Fati's signing soon and officially add him to their ranks at the turn of the new year.
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