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He is considered the new Sergio Ramos: Juventus, Sevilla and Real Madrid are on the run for him

An 18-year-old center-back is on target for two of the greatest clubs in the world, plus the latest UEFA Europa League champions.  

By Mauricio Saenz

An 18-year-old center-back is on target for two of the greatest clubs in the world, plus the latest UEFA Europa League champions.
 
An 18-year-old center-back is on target for two of the greatest clubs in the world, plus the latest UEFA Europa League champions.  
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It is perfectly understood that if Juventus and Real Madrid are on the run for a young star we are talking about some serious business. This time they are both chasing a center back That could be Spain's leading defender in the future. Also, Sevilla is having a serious look at the defender who is taking his first steps.

The man on target is 18-year-old Alejandro Francés. He is a regular starter for Real Zaragoza, who gave strong resistance to the Spanish giants 15 years ago but now is struggling to survive in La Liga 2, the second division in the country’s league. The three teams are reported to be following him with deep interest in catching his transfer.

One of the best attributes considered from Francés is his versatility, given he has played as a wing back in both sides, and as a center back, his main role. His international career has already begun in 2019, playing for Spain in the Under-17 FIFA World Cup celebrated in Brazil. for sure that Sergio Ramos might well have a solid replacement in this young boy.

And how much are we talking about? His release clause demands €10 million to let him go. After some departures in Zaragoza’s defense, Francés could make his way up to the club’s first team. According to Spain’s newspaper Marca, the Italian side could be the closest one to completing a deal. This could happen next summer.

 


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