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Real Madrid News Carlos Espi talks debut, first goal, training, Bernabeu after official presentation: ‘I’ll give everything I have for this club’ It has been a roller-coaster of a weekend for Carlos Espi at Real Madrid, for both days of the weekend have been special in their own way. Last night, the new signing scored on debut with the team and ensured that Los Blancos took home all three points against Espanyol. Under 24 hours later, the striker was officially presented as a new Real Madrid player and faced the traditional photo shoot, jersey reveal and media interaction. Espi’s official interview The new Real Madrid striker faced the club’s media after his official presentation as a player of the club and spoke in depth about his transfer and debut. He was first asked what he felt about wearing the Real Madrid colours and what it meant to him. “It’s a great honour and pride for me. I’m so happy for my family and for myself, and I’ll give everything I have for this club,” he began. “It was amazing to see all 15 European Champions League trophies. I’m so happy to be here,” he added, in awe of the club’s legacy. Espi then opened up on the day of his transfer and how matters accelerated in just a couple of hours. “Those were unbelievable days. I didn’t sleep much, because I woke up extremely excited to head to my presentation ceremony.” “It was wonderful to see everyone happy for me and to celebrate this moment with me. I felt immense happiness and pride.” Moving on, the striker was asked what stood out about Real Madrid to him and what made it a special place to be as a player, to which he said, “It’s amazing. Here, they take care of every detail. On the football level, Real Madrid is the best in the world.” “The facilities are fantastic, and everything related to the club is incredible, from the facilities to the journey to Santiago Bernabéu. When I went to the stadium, the experience was truly wonderful. I can say that almost everything has amazed me,” he added. Espi scored Real Madrid’s winning goal in extra-time on his official debut, and he even relived the night speaking to the media. “When we got back home, I found a ton of messages, and I was in a state of euphoria and happiness.” “I think I barely slept at all, especially since I woke up the next day super excited and with a huge urge to come here. In fact, I hardly slept.” Remembering his goal on the night and how it felt to score such an important goal in his first official game, the youngster said, “It was a very beautiful moment. We all had a strong desire and great enthusiasm, and I felt indescribable happiness when I saw all the players coming to the corner to celebrate with me after the goal.” “It was unbelievable to see everyone by my side and happy for me. It’s a great pride that Real Madrid players are happy in this way for me.” Finally, the new signing was asked to send a message to fans across the globe, to which he said, “Hello, Madridistas, I’m thrilled to be here. On the occasion of my presentation with Real Madrid, my debut, my goal, and of course, to deliver the win for the team.” “I hope to see you all on Wednesday against Real Sociedad. A warm hug to you all, and Hala Madrid!” Source: Real Madrid official website Real Madrid News Real Madrid aware of Premier League threat as club eye potential departures Real Madrid will not make any new signings this summer unless there is a sudden and massive departure from the club that creates space on the roster. With under ten days to go in the transfer market, one would expect that to be unlikely given that nothing major has unfolded over the past several weeks. The reality, however, is that transfers often speed up only in the final week of the transfer window with agents working round the clock to complete moves. Real Madrid, on that front, are aware of the realistic chance of a departure. Alert to English offers As confirmed by Diario AS in a recent report, Real Madrid are alert to the market in the closing days of the window, well aware of the fact that interest might arrive for a departure-linked star. Several players on the first-team have already been told first-hand by the manager that they are not in his plans. They have chosen to stay and impress him so far, but offers in the final week may change their minds. Moreover, Los Blancos are well aware of the threat that arrives from the Premier League, especially given how clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are on the lookout for new midfielders. Names like Eduardo Camavinga, needless to say, could well change their stance if such an offer arrives this week with promising terms. Real Madrid are prepared Not only are Real Madrid prepared to facilitate a departure if it arrives in the closing days of the window, but they are also prepared to act immediately and sign a replacement. Well aware of the possibility of an exit, Los Blancos already have names on their shortlist who could arrive in a last-minute transfer to reinforce the squad. Should there be a departure, the centre-back and central midfield remain the team’s two massive priorities with the latter perhaps standing higher on the priority chart. There is even talk of accelerating negotiations and closing transfers for future transfer windows if the deal cannot be completed in the ongoing summer break. Needless to say, there is a lot to look forward to in the final days of the market as a Real Madrid fan.