Real Madrid's young defender Jesus Fortea is attracting interest from Bayer Leverkusen, Sporting CP, and Ajax. Early inquiries have been made regarding his potential transfer.
Bayer Leverkusen, Sporting and Ajax among clubs interested in Real Madrid talent
Real Madrid’s academy continues to produce talents that do not go unnoticed and the latest name drawing serious attention across Europe is Jesus Fortea.
The young defender, who has been a consistent presence within Real Madrid’s youth setup, is now on the radar of several clubs.
As per Matteo Moretto, early enquiries have already arrived from sides such as Bayer Leverkusen, Sporting CP, and Ajax, with Como also monitoring his situation closely.
According to the journalist, discussions remain exploratory at this stage. This means no formal decisions have been made, and the situation is still developing.
Fortea played a key role in Real Madrid’s UEFA Youth League triumph, establishing himself as one of the most reliable figures in the side.
Performances like those have strengthened his case as one of the next potential graduates from La Fabrica, a pathway that has recently become more visible than ever.
With several academy players breaking into the first team in recent seasons, the door appears open and Fortea is among those positioning himself to take that next step.
Bayer Leverkusen, Sporting CP, and Ajax are among the clubs interested in Jesus Fortea.
Jesus Fortea is a defender within Real Madrid's youth setup.
Yes, Como is also closely monitoring Jesus Fortea's situation.
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Jesus Fortea has several suitors. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images)
Yet, Real Madrid are known for their patience when it comes to developing young players.
Rather than rushing him into the senior setup, the club may opt for a more structured progression.
A loan move, allowing him to gain consistent first-team minutes, could be seen as a strong possibility.
This approach has proven effective in the past, with players like Nico Paz, Victor Munoz, and Chema Andres benefiting significantly from temporary spells away from the club.
That track record gives Madrid confidence in using the same model again.
Lastly, while a loan remains the most logical option, a permanent transfer cannot be ruled out, especially if it includes buyback options or future control over the player’s development.