Real Madrid snatches a signing from Athletic Club just hours before today's match

Today, an authentic soccer spectacle will take place at San Mamés. Athletic Club and Real Madrid face off in one of the most interesting matches of the day, a clash that could greatly influence the course of both teams in LaLiga. Los Blancos arrive as second in the standings, four points behind the leaders, while the Basques occupy eighth place, also four points away from the spots that grant access to Europe.

The importance of the match is at its highest for both teams. The winner won't just add three very valuable points, but will also receive a key morale boost for the remainder of the championship. Meanwhile, the San Mamés fans promise to create a hellish atmosphere to try to carry their team to victory against a Real Madrid in need of results.

However, beyond the sporting aspect, today has been marked by news that directly affects both clubs. Athletic Club and Real Madrid have been in the spotlight due to the confirmation of a signing that has surprised many.

Real Madrid steals a signing from Athletic Club just hours before today's match!

In recent hours, Los Blancos have finalized the signing of Manex Rezola, getting ahead of Athletic Club. We're talking about a talented attacking midfielder from Logroñés, born in 2006, and considered one of the greatest prospects in Spanish soccer.

The most striking aspect of the case is that Manex Rezola seemed to have his future tied to Athletic Club. Over the past few weeks, efforts from Bilbao had been intense to convince the player and his entourage to join Lezama. Everything pointed to the transfer being a matter of days.

However, Real Madrid has acted with greater speed and determination. Los Blancos have decided to make a strong move and have completed his signing after paying the release clause, set at €150,000. Manex Rezola will join Madrid C with the goal of climbing through the ranks until, if he develops as desired, he becomes an important piece of the first team.

Manex Rezola leaves Athletic Club hanging for Real Madrid

Athletic Club has tried to convince him until the very last moment, but the player's will has been decisive. Manex Rezola was clear that he wanted to wear white. The possibility of being part of Real Madrid's youth structure, combined with the international projection, ultimately convinced him.

In addition to Athletic, clubs like Osasuna, Girona, Córdoba, Cádiz, Oviedo, or Ibiza had also shown interest in the midfielder from La Rioja. However, none of them managed to come close to Real Madrid's overall offer. Manex Rezola wants to play at Bernabéu someday and that's why he has rejected Athletic.

Manex Rezola's signing adds extra intrigue to tonight's big match at San Mamés. Two historic clubs have a lot at stake on the field. Still, Real Madrid has already won the day's first duel off it.