Raúl Asencio, very surprised, asks for an explanation: 'Why does he remain a starter?'

Raúl Asencio started the season as an undisputed starter for Xabi Alonso in the Club World Cup. However, he had several lapses in concentration that relegated him to the bench and undermined his confidence within the team. Shortly after, the club confirmed the signing of Dean Huijsen, which further complicated his chances of getting quality minutes.

Since then, Raúl Asencio has been at the bottom of the center-back pecking order, as he has been surpassed by Dean Huijsen, Militao, and David Alaba. Even Rüdiger, who is currently injured, seems to be ahead of Asencio in the rotation. However, the reality is that he has been performing at a high level lately, which has sparked many rumors about his role: the fans are already demanding that he be a starter.

Raúl Asencio's resurrection changes everything

Since Dean Huijsen's sending off at Anoeta, Raúl Asencio has started to make the starting eleven for Madrid, and in every appearance, he has delivered, showing professionalism and performance. That consistency has led many fans to demand Asencio as an undisputed starter and to question Huijsen's continued presence in the line-up. The star signing of the summer still hasn't lived up to expectations and is raising doubts that benefit the homegrown player in the eyes of the public.

In fact, there are already voices within Real Madrid's leadership who are questioning why Dean Huijsen continues to start when Raúl Asencio has performed much more reliably. The academy product raised in La Fábrica feels he deserves a clear explanation from Xabi Alonso and the sporting management. He demands transparency about his role and his future with the white team.

Dean Huijsen for Raúl Asencio?

Xabi Alonso must solve this issue before it's too late. He has to decide whether to keep his bet on Dean Huijsen or to bring in Raúl Asencio, who has been performing at a very high level in recent matches. The fans, at least in general, seem to be growing tired of the former Bournemouth player's mistakes.

It's clear that Raúl Asencio isn't satisfied with a secondary role, which is why he has asked for explanations about why he isn't undisputed right now. His ambition and competitive character make him a great option for the upcoming fixtures, especially after the international break. We'll see if Xabi Alonso opts for the change or decides to keep, at least for now, Dean Huijsen.