According to a report by Diario AS, Real Madrid are interested in 17-year-old Tenerife midfielder Aaron Martin, who has been dubbed the new version of Barcelona midfielder Pedri. Los Blancos are keen to strengthen their youth ranks and have reportedly identified Martin as a player who could deepen the squad’s Castilla and first-team talent pools.

Following in Pedri’s footsteps, he was given his professional debut by Pepe Mel, the same man who gave Pedri his debut. In his eight professional appearances, Martin has impressed and has also scored. His passing range and precise right foot are Martin’s main strengths.

Martin is expected to cost around 2 million dollars on the transfer market. However, Real Madrid are not the only top club in La Liga interested in the teenage sensation. Andalusian side Sevilla are also said to have noted Martin’s career trajectory, meaning the player has already become a sought-after prospect in Spanish football.

Real Madrid turned down the chance to sign Pedri as a youngster. The Barcelona and Spain midfielder revealed in 2020 that he was told his level was not right for Los Merengues. Reflecting on the matter, Pedri said El Larguero:

I went for a trial with Real Madrid but they told me I wasn’t at the right level. I thank those who told me I wouldn’t make it, now I’m on the team I’ve always loved. Putting on a Madrid shirt was strange, I’ve always worn Barcelona’s.

– Pedri

However, Pedri has proven to be a fantastic player for Barcelona and Spain over the years. Therefore, Real Madrid may not want to let go of another gem in the form of Martin.

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