Real Madrid near late-window move for UD Logrones teenager Latif Isman

Real Madrid are close to reaching an agreement to sign 19-year-old midfielder Latif Isman from UD Logrones for their reserve side Castilla, with negotiations understood to have entered an advanced stage before the summer transfer window closes.

The proposed move is part of Real Madrid’s continuing recruitment strategy for Castilla, as the club seeks to strengthen its second team with young players who could eventually progress to the senior squad. Isman has emerged as one of the most promising prospects in UD Logrones’ ranks and is now attracting the attention of one of European football’s leading clubs.

According to Rafael Acevedo, a journalist on the programme “El Chiringuito”, discussions between Real Madrid and UD Logrones have developed positively. The two clubs are said to have a good institutional relationship, which could help the transfer be completed before the end of the current market.

Isman remains under contract with UD Logrones until 2027. His agreement reportedly contains a release clause worth about €500,000, meaning Real Madrid may have to pay that amount to secure his signing if the Spanish club maintains its position over the future of the young player.

The midfielder made a strong impression during preparation for the new season. He was one of nine academy players given an opportunity to train and feature with the first team at UD Logrones, a chance that allowed him to demonstrate his ability at senior level and increase his profile.

His versatility is considered one of his main strengths. Isman can operate as a holding midfielder or play in a more advanced role, giving him the flexibility to contribute in different areas of the pitch. He is also capable of winning possession, creating chances and making forward runs into the opposition penalty area.

Those qualities have helped establish Isman as one of the most notable talents to come through the UD Logrones academy in recent years. His performances during pre-season, particularly after being promoted into the wider first-team group, drew interest from several clubs in Spain.

Real Madrid’s approach reflects the club’s wider plans for Castilla. The reserve team is being built around young players who can compete for promotion to Segunda Division, an achievement Castilla last secured in 2012.

Castilla have traditionally acted as an important pathway for players seeking to reach Real Madrid’s first team. The possible arrival of Isman would add another developing midfielder to the squad and give the club an opportunity to continue monitoring his progress within its own structure.

With the negotiations already at an advanced point, the transfer could be concluded before the summer window shuts. However, the reported €500,000 clause and UD Logrones’ stance on the player’s future remain central to the final outcome.