Real Madrid sign 21‑year‑old Carlos Espi for €25 million
Real Madrid have completed the €25 million transfer of 21‑year‑old striker Carlos Espi from Levante, activating his release clause and finalising the deal within hours. The signing marks the Spanish giants' fifth acquisition of the summer window and adds a physically imposing forward to an already talent‑laden squad.
Espi has signed a five‑year contract and will join the first‑team training camp in the capital next week. The club expects him to provide depth and a different attacking dimension alongside its established stars, offering a fresh option off the bench.
Agent Pep Serer praised the speed of the negotiation, saying it reflects the striker’s years of hard work at Levante. “He’s been through some tough times, managed to carve out a place in the starting eleven and started scoring goals. I’m immensely proud of him and of everything he still has to achieve,” Serer told Radio.
While clubs from the Premier League, Italy and Portugal had shown interest, Serer admitted the balance tipped the moment Real Madrid entered the race. “When Real Madrid come calling, there’s no doubt about it. It’s a very distinguished club and yesterday they showed us spectacular warmth,” he added.
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According to the agent, the professionalism and respect displayed by the Spanish giants were decisive factors in Espi’s immediate acceptance of the offer. “The club’s reputation for nurturing talent and the personal attention given to the player convinced him that Madrid was the right destination,” Serer explained.
Espi arrives in the capital with a clear understanding of the challenges ahead and without inflated expectations. “He knows exactly what his role is. He’s incredibly hungry for success; he knows his strengths and his weaknesses. He wants to improve every day,” Serer said, emphasizing the striker’s focus on gradual development rather than instant stardom.
Serer described the forward as a player who combines physical presence, relentless work rate and a strong mentality. “He’s a footballer who never stops fighting, who goes for every ball and who can break the deadlock in tight matches. He’ll bring a lot to Real Madrid,” he noted, highlighting Espi’s potential impact off the bench.
With the transfer now complete, Espi will begin training with the first team, aiming to learn from world‑class teammates and contribute to Real Madrid’s pursuit of domestic and European silverware. The club’s hierarchy expressed confidence that the young striker will add depth and a different attacking dimension to an already potent lineup.