Raul Asencio Stays at Real Madrid, Alters Transfer Plans

Raul Asencio, a player for Real Madrid, has refused to leave the club, which has forced the team to alter its transfer plans. Asencio prefers to stay at Santiago Bernabeu despite the club's efforts to facilitate his departure.

Real Madrid had intended to sign another defender before the transfer window closes, but they have now revised their strategy due to Asencio's decision. Having progressed through Real Madrid's youth system, Asencio made his first-team debut in the 2024-25 season and has since made 80 senior appearances, scoring two goals and providing three assists.

At 23 years old, he is reportedly not included in coach Jose Mourinho's plans, prompting the club to seek potential buyers. Nevertheless, Asencio is determined to remain and compete for his position, indicating that Real Madrid is unlikely to secure a new defender on transfer deadline day.