Real Madrid captain Nacho Fernandez fulfilled every childhood dream by lifting the Champions League trophy for the first time on Saturday night, a milestone he could have only imagined while coming through the academy. However, it seems this achievement might mark the end of his journey with Los Blancos.
The 34-year-old center-back appeared destined for an exit last summer but reversed his decision to leave the club just weeks before his contract expired. He now finds himself in a similar situation. Manager Carlo Ancelotti stated less than two weeks ago that Nacho had yet to finalize his decision, reportedly expressing disbelief at the veteran’s contemplation of departure after the Champions League final.
However, Matteo Moretto has informed Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing that Nacho remains determined to depart from the club. This information was provided in their last update several days prior to the final, and there hasn’t been any indication that another Champions League victory has swayed his decision. The most probable destinations appear to be Saudi Arabia or Major League Soccer in the USA.
Nacho has spent his entire career at Real Madrid, making his first-team debut in 2012. While he has generally been an excellent rotational option, he has started numerous matches this season in the Champions League, including the semi-finals against Bayern Munich and the final against Borussia Dortmund. However, competition for his position is likely to intensify once more, with David Alaba and Eder Militao returning to fitness. Additionally, Real Madrid is considering a move for Lille’s Leny Yoro.
Real Madrid captain Nacho Fernandez fulfilled every childhood dream by lifting the Champions League trophy for the first time on Saturday night, a milestone he could have only imagined while coming through the academy. However, it seems this achievement might mark the end of his journey with Los Blancos.
The 34-year-old center-back appeared destined for an exit last summer but reversed his decision to leave the club just weeks before his contract expired. He now finds himself in a similar situation. Manager Carlo Ancelotti stated less than two weeks ago that Nacho had yet to finalize his decision, reportedly expressing disbelief at the veteran’s contemplation of departure after the Champions League final.
However, Matteo Moretto has informed Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing that Nacho remains determined to depart from the club. This information was provided in their last update several days prior to the final, and there hasn’t been any indication that another Champions League victory has swayed his decision. The most probable destinations appear to be Saudi Arabia or Major League Soccer in the USA.
Nacho has spent his entire career at Real Madrid, making his first-team debut in 2012. While he has generally been an excellent rotational option, he has started numerous matches this season in the Champions League, including the semi-finals against Bayern Munich and the final against Borussia Dortmund. However, competition for his position is likely to intensify once more, with David Alaba and Eder Militao returning to fitness. Additionally, Real Madrid is considering a move for Lille’s Leny Yoro.
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