Leny Yoro was rumored to be Real Madrid’s #1 priority to fill the center-back position this summer. Nevertheless, Los Blancos’ attempt to sign the Frenchman was unsuccessful, as he ultimately joined Manchester United. Additionally, the club was linked to players like Aaron Anselmino and Riccardo Calafiori, who signed with Chelsea and Arsenal, respectively.

Real Madrid is a team that has demonstrated that it will not sign a player purely for financial gain. Thus, in spite of David Alaba’s injury layoff and Nacho Fernandez’s departure, they did not sign a center-back this summer.

Rather, it appeared as though the club was prepared to work with the resources at their disposal. And that was going to provide Joan Martinez a window of opportunity.

Martinez is seen as Sergio Ramos’ successor. Regretfully, he had to have surgery after suffering an ACL injury just as it appeared like he might disrupt Carlo Ancelotti’s plans. Real Madrid has made him an offer for a long-term contract even though he will be sidelined for some time.

Rather, it appeared as though the club was prepared to work with the resources at their disposal. And that was going to provide Joan Martinez a window of opportunity.

Martinez is seen as Sergio Ramos’ successor. Regretfully, he had to have surgery after suffering an ACL injury just as it appeared like he might disrupt Carlo Ancelotti’s plans. Real Madrid has made him an offer for a long-term contract even though he will be sidelined for some time.

Therefore, it is evident that despite Martinez’s injuries, Real Madrid still sees him as a key player for the team. How long he is out of commission is still unknown.

Real Madrid’s incapacity to advance its youth players to the first squad has been one of their problems throughout the years. Will Martinez turn out to be an anomaly?