Serie A outfit join race for 21-year-old Real Madrid academy prospect

Man in demand. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Como have become an attractive destination for Real Madrid academy players seeking to establish themselves, following the successful experiences of Nico Paz, who is set to return to the club in the summer, and Jacobo Ramon.

The Italian club also offers the prospect of European football, currently occupying a UEFA Conference League position and sitting just three points from Champions League qualification.

Meanwhile, Osasuna’s appeal is reinforced by the recent success of a similar move involving Victor Munoz, whose value has risen significantly after just one season with the club.

For Real Madrid, the most beneficial system remains retaining partial control over academy players departing the club.

The Merengues favour this model unless presented with an exceptional offer. As such, the plan for Palacios is to consider proposals for 50% of his rights, while also inserting buyback clauses.