The caliber of the team and the unwavering mindset in the locker room have been the sole reasons for Real Madrid’s recent success in the UEFA Champions League.

But in addition to the on-field performance, Jeremy de Leon has contributed a dash of superstition to the team’s success.

Despite not having a player registration, the young player was part of the team that traveled to the Etihad Stadium to take on Manchester City. Because of Real Madrid’s victory that evening, he went by the moniker “lucky charm.”

Following that, De Leon traveled with Los Blancos to Munich and Wembley, where Real Madrid’s memorable victories in both games cemented his reputation as a charm.

Unregistered for the UCL
As was the case last season, Real Madrid has not registered the Castilla star for the UEFA Champions League this year, according to a recent update via AS.

As a result, De Leon will not be permitted to represent Real Madrid in the competition, although he will still be allowed to travel with the squad as he did the previous year.

The player and his entourage fully believed they were traveling with the team based on merit, therefore their absence is noteworthy even if it is not surprising given the player’s low impact in the first team.

They thought he would be in the team this season, but the club doesn’t seem to be backing down.

Fascinatingly,

Real Madrid’s goalie is a candidate for the Yachine Trophy in 2024.

Andriy Lunin had a fantastic 2023–2024 season with Real Madrid, which may have earned him a unique individual award.

The 25-year-old international player from Ukraine is, in fact, a nominee for the 2024 Yachine Trophy, which will be given out at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in October.

Since 2019, the honor has been given by previous Ballon d’Or winners to the goalkeeper who performs the best.

Thibaut Courtois, the number one player for Real Madrid, took home the coveted award back in 2022. This year might end up being Lunin’s year.

The Ukrainian was a mainstay for the majority of the season as Real Madrid won three titles, despite having to make way for Courtois in the Champions League final the previous year.