Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid to the signing of Spanish attacking prospect | OneFootball

In recent months, Real Madrid have been going all out in their bid to strengthen the club’s academy and reserve ranks.

During the January window, the Merengues welcomed several new faces into their youth teams, with talents like Alexis Ciria, Guille Gonzalez, Adrian Arnu, Iker Doblas, and Manex Rezola.

Real Madrid continue to be on the lookout for more such young players, with a move for CF Damm attacking talent Clifford Nana in the works.

Real Madrid secure Aaron Silva

Now, according to journalist Rodra of ESPN, Real Madrid have secured the signing of Leganes U-16 forward Aaron Silva.

In the process, Los Blancos have beaten their neighbours and bitter rivals Atletico Madrid to the teenage striker’s capture.

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Indeed, Atletico Madrid appeared set to sign the youngster from the Leganes youth setup, with negotiations being advanced.

However, after learning about the development, Real Madrid swooped in swiftly and prevailed in negotiations to clinch Silva’s signing for La Fabrica.

A prolific forward with great potential, Silva has impressed for Leganes U-16 team, having scored 19 goals in the Madrid Community Cadet Super League, where he is the top scorer.

Silva was also a part of the Madrid Community U-16 side that won the ‘Spanish Champions Cup’ (CESA) 2025/26 U-16 title recently.

The young forward will soon start plying his trade at La Fabrica with the hope of making it into the Real Madrid first-team squad in the near future.