Mourinho rules out Alexander-Arnold exit from Real Madrid despite reduced role

Real Madrid is nearing a deal to sign 19-year-old Ghanaian midfielder Latif Issman from UD Logrones, according to ESPN journalist Rodra. The young talent has been on the club's radar for some time and negotiations are now accelerating ahead of a potential transfer for next season. Real Madrid has been actively pursuing Issman since last summer, but failed to secure the deal then.

However, they have been diligently working on the agreement for the 19-year-old midfielder. While a final agreement has not been reached, sources indicate that the talks are in a highly advanced stage, making it likely that Issman will join RM Castilla as their first signing for the 2027/28 season. The Ghanaian midfielder possesses a release clause of €300,000 in his contract with Logrones, although it remains unclear whether Real Madrid will pay the full amount or a reduced fee.

The Real Madrid academy has proven to be a lucrative source of transfer revenue for the club, with players developed at the club generating substantial revenue through sales. In the past year alone, transfers involving La Fabrica graduates have brought in over €200 million for Real Madrid. The club is therefore continuously scouting for promising young talents to strengthen their youth and reserve teams, where they can develop and increase the market value of these players before potentially selling them for a higher price.

The acquisition of Latif Issman is expected to continue this trend, with the 19-year-old midfielder set to become Castilla's first signing for the upcoming 2027/28 season.