Real Madrid's newest signing, Carlos Espi, is set to join his new team for training from Friday, marking a significant boost to the club's attacking options.
Arancha Rodriguez of COPE reported that Espi will start working with the team a day after the signing was announced, with Jose Mourinho, who was instrumental in bringing Espi to the club, taking charge of the Spaniard's integration.
Mourinho's influence was key in Real Madrid signing Espi, who the Portuguese manager reportedly wanted specifically to address the club's need for a physical striker who can be a presence inside the box.
The signing comes on the back of Real Madrid selling Gonzalo Garcia to Fulham for 40 million euros on Friday, a move that will likely have a ripple effect on the club's transfer plans.
Real Madrid's squad is now full, pending the official announcement of Yan Diomande, meaning the club will need to sell a player before they can sign anyone else.
The signing of Espi brings an end to the club's search for a striker since the departure of Joselu in 2024, and will be seen as a major coup for Mourinho and the Real Madrid hierarchy.
Espi, who has previously played for Levante UD, will be expected to make an immediate impact at the club, with Mourinho likely to give him significant playing time in the coming weeks.
The 40 million euro sale of Garcia to Fulham has given Real Madrid the financial flexibility to sign Espi, and will likely have a significant impact on the club's transfer plans in the coming weeks.
As Real Madrid look to build on their recent successes, the signing of Espi will be seen as a major statement of intent from the club, and will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike.
With the official announcement of Espi's signing now made, attention will turn to the club's next move, with many expecting them to sell a player before they can sign anyone else.
Source: Yahoo Sports
