Key Takeaways:
- Besiktas have been linked with a transfer move for Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio before the Turkish window closes on 12th September
- Asencio has not featured in any matches for Real Madrid this season following a poor showing in the Club World Cup semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain
- The 22-year-old has made clear his desire to remain at Real Madrid and compete for his place, despite limited playing opportunities under Xabi Alonso
Transfer Interest Intensifies in Türkiye
The Turkish transfer window remains open until 12th September, providing clubs with an opportunity to make last-minute signings. Although Real Madrid are no longer able to acquire new players during this period, they retain the option to sell, and Besiktas have reportedly focused their attention on securing Raul Asencio from the Spanish giants.
It has revealed that Besiktas are keen to bring the 22-year-old centre-back to Istanbul before the transfer window deadline, capitalising on his current lack of first-team action in Madrid.
Beşiktaş, 22 yaşındaki İspanyol stoper Raúl Asencio'yu kadrosuna katmak istiyor.
(Diario AS) pic.twitter.com/BeSKeb7nQL
— Kartal Record (@KartalRecord) September 2, 2025
Real Madrid’s Start and Asencio’s Current Standing
Real Madrid have begun the new season in fine form, recording three consecutive victories in La Liga. Alongside Athletic Club, they have maintained a flawless 100% record thus far. However, Asencio, who was a regular starter last season, has yet to make a single appearance under the management of Xabi Alonso in the current campaign.
This exclusion follows a difficult outing for Asencio against Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup semi-finals earlier in the summer, after which Alonso has appeared unconvinced by his performances. As a result, Asencio now finds himself at least fourth in the pecking order for centre-back selection.
| Player | Age | Position | 2025/26 Minutes in Play | Last Match Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raul Asencio | 22 | Centre-back | 0 | Club World Cup semi-final vs PSG |
Asencio’s Determination to Remain in Madrid
Despite mounting speculation and Besiktas’ interest, reports indicate that Asencio is determined to stay at his boyhood club. He reportedly has “absolutely no intention of leaving Real Madrid”, opting instead to fight for his position in the squad—mirroring the persistence shown by players such as Nacho Fernandez. At just 22 years old, Asencio remains optimistic that time is on his side to become a regular at the Santiago Bernabeu, even after a difficult few months and a relegation to fourth-choice centre-back.
