Reasons Behind Collapse of Argentine World Cup Winner’s Real Madrid Move Explained

Exequiel Palacios, the current Bayer Leverkusen midfielder, was once very close to joining Real Madrid. However, the move ultimately collapsed, leaving Palacios with a sense of disappointment but also determination to succeed in his career.

The Argentine World Cup winner explained that although Real Madrid officials came to recognize him, the move fell through due to injury. Palacios acknowledged that he always strives for more and believes that if the move didn’t materialize, it must have happened for a reason. He remains focused on his career trajectory and aims to go far in the world of football.

After progressing through the youth ranks at River Plate in Argentina, Palacios joined Bayer Leverkusen in January 2020 and has since become a key player in their squad under the guidance of Xabi Alonso. Despite the failed move to Real Madrid, Palacios has flourished, even playing a role in Argentina’s FIFA World Cup victory in 2022.

As a young midfielder at the age of 24, he still has many years ahead of him in his career. While a future move to Real Madrid remains uncertain, given the club’s depth in midfield, Palacios continues to work hard to achieve his goals on the football pitch.