Real Madrid have taken a major step in securing their future by handing Real Madrid academy star Enzo Alves his first professional contract. The 16-year-old striker, who is the son of club legend Marcelo, has impressed coaches at Valdebebas with his prolific goalscoring form at youth level.
Highly rated within the club, Enzo has already attracted attention across Europe, prompting Madrid to move quickly. His new long-term deal includes a hefty release clause, underlining the club’s determination to protect one of their most promising young talents. The contract reflects both his rapid development and Real Madrid’s confidence that he could play a key role in the club’s future if his progress continues.
Enzo Alves looks to follow in the footsteps of his father by making history with Los Blancos
Real Madrid finalised the deal for Enzo Alves on Monday in the presence of his parents, officially securing his status as a professional footballer.
Aware of his growing reputation and huge potential, Real Madrid included a strong protective clause in the contract to fend off outside interest and ensure his long-term future remains at the club.
The teenage striker has become a standout talent within the academy, impressing with both his physical development and prolific goalscoring record. Alves marked the milestone on social media, sharing his excitement with his two million Instagram followers and expressing pride at committing his future to the club.
Real Madrid legend Marcelo has been a big support for his son Enzo
While Enzo Alves continues to shape his own football journey, his father Marcelo remains a strong pillar of support behind the scenes. The Brazilian icon, the most decorated player in Real Madrid’s history, was present at Enzo’s contract signing on Monday, driven by what was described as pure paternal devotion.
Marcelo closely follows his son’s development and has been a familiar face at important milestones. One standout moment came when he travelled to Manchester to watch Enzo make his debut for Real Madrid Castilla against City, proudly cheering from the stands.
Although carrying such a famous surname can bring added pressure, Enzo appears to be embracing it rather than shrinking from it. Instead of being weighed down by expectations, he is thriving, letting his performances and goals speak for themselves as he builds his own identity in the game.
Enzo Alves is making an impact in the Spanish international side as well
Enzo’s rapid rise isn’t limited to club football. The Spanish Football Federation rate the young forward very highly, which is reflected in how quickly he has been brought into the national team setup. Despite being born in 2009, his quality has seen him play regularly with the older 2008 age group for Spain U17.
Enzo earned his first U17 call-up last March and made an immediate impression by captaining the side. In just his second appearance, against Austria U17, he delivered a goal and an assist, quickly justifying the decision to fast-track him ahead of his age group.
Those performances at international level have further strengthened the belief at Real Madrid that Enzo is a genuinely special talent, one whose ability and impact stand firmly on their own, regardless of his famous surname.
Our Opinion - The Future looks bright for Enzo Alves at Real Madrid and Spain
Sports is one of those rare fields where there is a limit to helping someone through nepotism. An individual needs to be undoubtedly talented enough to become a big player in any sport, regardless of whether their father or mother was a world-class player or not. Enzo Alves looks to be one of those special players who possesses enough talent to make it big, and highly likely at the moment that Marcelo's son will make football history just like his father.
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