Sources: Elche midfield sensation draws interest from Real Madrid scouting team | OneFootball

It is no secret that Real Madrid are planning for the future, and according to Defensa Central, a new name is quickly gaining attention at the club – Rodrigo Mendoza.

The 20-year-old Elche midfielder is now one of the most talked-about talents behind closed doors, and some of the club’s key figures believe he could be the answer to a growing concern in the squad.

With Xabi Alonso pushing for a new midfielder, the focus has shifted to young and versatile players who can fill multiple roles and Mendoza fits the bill perfectly.

He is capable of playing both as a defensive pivot and as an interior midfielder, a trait that adds valuable flexibility.

As the midfield generation begins to transition, Real Madrid want to avoid making rushed or expensive purchases later on, especially if it risks upsetting the financial structure built over the years.

Scouts impressed as transfer race heats up

Rodrigo Mendoza is on Real Madrid’s radar. (Picture courtesy: X/@elchecf)

The outlet assures that Rodrigo Mendoza has already made an impression on Juni Calafat and his scouting team. His contract with Elche runs until 2026, giving clubs like Madrid a window of opportunity to make a smart investment now.

The plan would be to sign him this summer and allow him to remain on loan at Elche, where he would gain top-flight experience in La Liga.

However, Real Madrid are not the only club watching. Cesc Fabregas’s Como, an ambitious side in Serie A, are also following Mendoza’s progress closely.

Reports suggest they are ready to make a bold move, potentially offering Elche a deal that would be hard to turn down.

The battle for Mendoza is officially on, and Real Madrid must act fast if they want to secure this rising Spanish talent before it is too late. With both La Liga and Serie A clubs circling, the next few weeks could be decisive.