Real Madrid’s young talent Paulo Iago eyes an exit due to lack of first-team prospects. The 17-year-old, disillusioned under Alvaro Arbeloa, seeks opportunities abroad. Mendes, Iago’s agent, met with Madrid GM to discuss summer exit amid interests from Italian, English, and German clubs. Despite Real’s efforts to retain him, Iago prioritizes career advancement, with a number of suitors vying for his signature. Iago feels his path to the first team is blocked, pushing him towards an exit.
Despite playing two age groups ahead in the under-19s, Iago’s prospects dimmed after the under-17 World Cup, leading him to explore other options. The rise of young signings like Arda Guler, only slightly older than Iago, convinced him that his future lies elsewhere, away from Santiago Bernabeu.
Arbeloa’s Influence and Iago’s Ambitions
Under Arbeloa’s management, Paulo Iago was initially playing two age groups ahead in the under-19s. However, his demotion to the under-17s after the World Cup has fueled his desire to explore opportunities elsewhere. The emergence of Arda Guler, a player just two years older than Iago, has further fueled his decision to consider a departure.
According to Diario AS, Real Madrid’s General Manager will hold discussions with Jorge Mendes, Paulo Iago’s agent, regarding his potential departure. While Mendes had faced estrangement from Madrid previously, Iago’s decision to renew his contract until 2025 under Mendes’s guidance hints at a possible exit.
Mendes, known for his influence in player transfers, is expected to present offers from various clubs to Real Madrid. The clubs from Italy, England, and Germany are keen on securing Paulo Iago’s services and providing him with the first-team opportunities he craves.
Various clubs from Italy, England, and Germany have shown interest in securing Iago’s services. His talent has not gone unnoticed, and several clubs are willing to offer him the platform he seeks to progress his career. Despite Real Madrid’s attempts to convince him to stay, it’s likely that Iago’s future lies abroad, as he aims to progress his career beyond Valdebebas.
Paulo Iago’s International Profile
The talented midfielder is a regular for Spain’s underage teams, boasting 8 appearances with the under-17s and scoring goals along the way. His performances have garnered attention not only domestically but also internationally, making him an attractive prospect for clubs across Europe.
While there were murmurs of interest from Barcelona, it seems Mendes will present offers from other clubs, potentially marking the next phase in Iago’s career.
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