Real Madrid is on the verge of completing a surprising contract renewal with Jesús Fortea — a move that seemed unlikely just weeks ago. Not long ago, the young right-back appeared destined to leave the club, frustrated by a lack of opportunities and a stalled path to progression.

Until recently, Fortea had never played a minute with Real Madrid Castilla, and his future at the club looked bleak. However, everything changed following the coaching changes that saw Xabi Alonso take over the first team and Álvaro Arbeloa promoted to lead Castilla.

According to journalist Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, Fortea has already held talks with Real Madrid, and negotiations for a contract extension are moving in a positive direction. Arbeloa, who knows the defender well from their time together with the U19 squad, is now expected to promote Fortea to Castilla.

Additionally, Xabi Alonso is reportedly considering Fortea for Real Madrid’s squad in the Club World Cup this June, signaling a growing commitment to youth development under his leadership. Once resigned to departure, Fortea is now convinced that his future lies at Chamartín, thanks to renewed trust from the club’s new coaching structure.

Despite receiving numerous offers from other clubs, the talented full-back is now on the verge of a remarkable turnaround, poised to continue his development within the Real Madrid system — and potentially break into the senior team.

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