Real Madrid are chasing Flamengo's gem

Media reports indicate that Real Madrid has set its sights on Brazilian rising star Ryan Roberto, a Flamengo youth player, in a proactive move to discover promising talents before they attract wider European attention. According to the Spanish newspaper Defensa Central, the 17-year-old, who plays as a left winger for Flamengo's under-17 team, had a remarkable season, scoring 21 goals and providing 14 assists, placing him among the most prominent young talents in Brazil. This impressive performance has attracted the attention of several top scouts, most notably Juni Calafat, Real Madrid's head of scouting, who is credited with discovering stars like Casemiro, Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, and Andrek. Reports also suggest that the player is being closely monitored by other European clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain, who are looking to make up for missed opportunities in signing young talents like Franco Masiantono. The French club is reportedly keeping a close eye on Roberto's development. In contrast, Real Madrid is working to move early to finalize the deal before other competitors enter the picture.