Real Madrid has already begun planning its future with decisions that will shape the restructuring of the white team. While Florentino Pérez and the management work on strategic additions, they are also analyzing the departures of veteran players who have been key pieces in Madrid's recent years. It's no wonder: the club seeks to rejuvenate the squad, betting on emerging talent and ensuring a progressive transition in all positions.
In that context, there are footballers whose continuity is in question. Although they have been protagonists in the most glorious moments of the club's recent history, the competition and the renewal of the squad have placed them in a very uncertain situation. For some, the future is further from Santiago Bernabéu, and one of the most affected is Dani Carvajal, who will stop sharing the locker room with one of his best friends.
On the Way Out
One of the names that has been most talked about in recent hours is Lucas Vázquez. According to José Félix Díaz in Diario Marca, Real Madrid has decided to open the exit doors for him after a decade at the club. Despite his dedication and versatility, the bet on younger players and the imminent arrival of new reinforcements, like Alexander-Arnold, make his continuity complicated.
The 32-year-old footballer has been a wildcard for both Zinedine Zidane and Carlo Ancelotti, playing as a right-back and right winger according to the team's needs. However, his role has lost prominence in the current season and his performance has been questioned by the fans. All this reinforces the idea that his cycle at Madrid is coming to an end.
New Destination
Despite the uncertainty, Lucas Vázquez won't be short of options if he decides to leave Real Madrid. One of the most attractive alternatives is returning to RCD Espanyol, a club where he played on loan in the 2014-15 season before establishing himself in the elite with the white club. On the other hand, Saudi Arabian soccer presents itself as a tempting alternative from an economic standpoint.
Several teams in the Saudi league have shown interest in his services, offering him a salary much higher than what he currently earns at Real Madrid. For now, the final word belongs to Lucas Vázquez himself. His future will depend on both Madrid's final decision and his own aspirations.