Following Arbeloa! Fulham one step away from signing Real Madrid's wonderkid

Real Madrid are ready to let go of one of the brightest young prospects in their academy.

Details: Fulham are on the verge of signing one of the most promising young footballers from Real Madrid's system. The London club is close to reaching a final agreement for the transfer of 21-year-old attacking midfielder Cesar Palacios, with both sides now ironing out the final details of the deal.

According to Fabrizio Romano on his X social media page, negotiations have entered a decisive phase, but Real Madrid want to maintain control over the player's future. That's why the Spanish giants are insisting on including special clauses in the agreement that would allow them to influence Palacios' next steps. This could involve a buy-back option or a percentage of any future sale.

If the parties can settle the remaining legal details, the transfer will be completed soon. For Fulham, this move fits into their strategy of strengthening the squad with young, high-potential players, while Real Madrid will continue to keep a close eye on the development of their academy graduate.

According to Transfermarkt, Palacios is valued at €7.5 million. Should the move go through, it will be the first transfer of his professional career.

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