Real Madrid Tie Down Gonzalo Garcia with €1bn Release Clause
The 21-year-old impressed during the Club World Cup and is seen as one of the most promising products of Madrid's academy.
Talks progressed smoothly, with both parties keen to reach an agreement. Despite interest from several Premier League sides, Gonzalo Garcia's preference was to remain at the Bernabeu and follow in the footsteps of his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.
The forward is expected to switch shirt numbers next season, although it remains unclear if he will take the number 9, recently vacated following Kylian Mbappé's move to 10.
The club views Gonzalo Garcia's extension as a sign of trust in its youth system. Garcia's rise offers encouragement to others at La Fabrica, Real Madrid's academy. Tags: Gonzalo GarciaLa FabricaReal Madrid
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