Real Madrid recently asked for information about 20-year-old Sevilla defender Juanlu Sanchez, who they view as the next Sergio Ramos.
According to a report by ABC Sevilla, as relayed by Estadio Deportivo, Juanlu Sanchez is the subject of interest from Real Madrid. The Merengues view the 20-year-old as the next Sergio Ramos. And they have already submitted an enquiry for the Sevilla defender.
Who is Juanlu Sanchez?
Juanlu Sanchez is a native of Montequinto and spent his formative years with multiple Spanish clubs. The youngster has risen through the ranks at Sevilla and made his first-team debut in December 2021. But a loan stint with CD Mirandes helped him come leaps and bounds before establishing a foothold at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.
The 20-year-old has been a regular for Sevilla this season, turning out 20 times while chipping in with three assists. Meanwhile, the Spaniard has impressed with his versatility, as he can play as a right-back and a winger. Juanlu’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of many high-profile clubs, including Real Madrid.
The Merengues are renowned for constantly scouring the market for the brightest young prospects. The resolve to sign highly-rated prodigies has strengthened in Florentino Perez’s current reign as the club president. Such an outlook has helped Real Madrid facilitate smooth transitions from one generation to the next.
So, with veterans like Luka Modric and Toni Kroos on their last legs, players like Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Aurelien Tchouameni have already become pivotal figures for Real Madrid. Juanlu Sanchez is the latest youngster to emerge on Real Madrid’s radar as they look to continue the transition in the defensive unit.
The Next Sergio Ramos?
Dani Carvajal is on the wrong side of 30 and approaching the final phase of his illustrious career. In addition, his performance levels have dropped in the last few seasons. So, it behoves Real Madrid to sign a right-back. And they have already approached Sevilla to ask for information about Juanlu, who they view as the next Sergio Ramos.
The 20-year-old also has admirers in the Premier League, with the report mentioning Brighton & Hove Albion. It will be interesting to see if Real Madrid can beat the competition and land the “next Sergio Ramos”.
