Real Madrid have completed the signing of forward Carlos Espí from Levante on a five-year contract, according to an announcement by the club on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The 21-year-old Spain youth international arrives at the Santiago Bernabéu following a standout campaign in LaLiga, where he scored 11 goals and earned recognition as the league’s best player under the age of 23.
Transfer Details and Contract Length
According to official statements from Real Madrid, Espí’s contract ties him to the club through June 30, 2031. The transfer brings an end to his three-season tenure with Levante, during which he made 66 appearances and scored 20 goals across all competitions. The deal was officially unveiled less than 24 hours after reporting indicated Real Madrid were actively targeting the young forward as a replacement for Gonzalo García, who is set to join Fulham.
Squad Integration and Managerial Plans
Under new Real Madrid coach José Mourinho, Espí will compete for minutes alongside established attacking options Kylian Mbappé and Endrick.
Espí represents Real Madrid’s fifth summer signing of the transfer window. According to club announcements and reports from ESPN, his arrival follows the acquisitions of Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konaté, and Denzel Dumfries.
Summer Transfer Window Context
Alongside the addition of Espí, sources report that Madrid remain close to securing Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. Furthermore, club management expresses confidence in landing midfielder Rodri from Manchester City to complete their summer business, according to ESPN reporting.
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