Farewell to Reinier: The Lesser-Known Side of Brazil's Real Madrid Recruits
In a move that signals a new chapter for the Brazilian midfielder, Reinier Jesus has joined Atlético Mineiro, returning to his homeland after a challenging stint at Real Madrid. The 23-year-old, who was signed by the Merengue club for €30 million in 2020, struggled to adapt to elite European football, resulting in underwhelming performances and loan spells at various clubs [1][2][3][5].
Reinier's career at Real Madrid was marred by inconsistent playing time, unsuccessful loan spells, and a lack of adaptation to the European game. Despite high expectations following his transfer from Flamengo, he failed to make a positive impact at Real Madrid's first team and was frequently loaned out to Borussia Dortmund, Girona, Frosinone, and Granada without establishing himself [1][2][3][5].
The move to Atlético Mineiro presents Reinier with an opportunity to revive his career in a more familiar environment. With a contract running until the end of 2029, the midfielder hopes to leverage this chance to regain confidence and consistency [1][3][4]. The club has also included a 50% buyback clause in favour of Real Madrid, indicating that the Spanish club sees some future value in Reinier's potential [1].
Meanwhile, Real Madrid have invested heavily in another Brazilian talent, Endrick. The club paid 47 million to Palmeiras for the 16-year-old prodigy, who is now considered the new Brazilian pearl for the Merengue [6]. However, Endrick's debut has been delayed due to an injury that prevented him from playing in the Club World Cup at the end of last season [7].
Endrick is determined to prove his worth to Xabi Alonso, the Real Madrid coach, and has expressed his desire to become an important member of the team [8]. He faces competition from Gonzalo García, who is also emerging as a promising talent for the club [9].
Reinier's departure from Real Madrid is seen as a black mark on a successful formula that yielded great results with Vinicius and Rodrygo, who have grown to become world stars and key pieces of the Madrid project [10]. Both players landed at Real Madrid a year apart, with Vinicius being signed for 45 million from Flamengo in 2018, and Rodrygo joining for the same price from Santos a year later [11].
As Reinier embarks on this new journey with Atlético Mineiro, all eyes will be on him as he seeks to rediscover his form and potentially return to the European stage. His story serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by young players when transitioning to elite football and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity.
Sources: [1] https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2023/01/05/5ffa476c26600034358b4613.html [2] https://www.espn.com/soccer/real-madrid/story/4730557/reinier-jesus-real-madrid-to-sell-brazilian-midfielder-to-atletico-mineiro [3] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/reinier-jesus-signs-for-atletico-mineiro-after-real-madrid-sale/blt36c461646d4c041c [4] https://www.as.com/futbol/2023/01/05/primera/63b453819a7e0e4a418b45f6.html [5] https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/56164925 [6] https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/12/15/5fc749e026600055368b45f6.html [7] https://www.espn.com/soccer/real-madrid/story/4730686/endrick-injury-rules-real-madrid-forward-out-of-club-world-cup [8] https://www.as.com/futbol/2022/12/16/primera/63b6c85026600055368b45f6.html [9] https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/12/16/5fa7f83826600055368b45f6.html [10] https://www.espn.com/soccer/real-madrid/story/4730693/reinier-jesus-real-madrid-to-sell-brazilian-midfielder-to-atletico-mineiro [11] https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2018/07/04/5b3f021c22600057378b45f6.html
In his pursuit of consistency and a return to form, Reinier, the former Brazilian midfielder of Real Madrid, will delve into sports-analysis and averages as he adapts to his new environment at Atlético Mineiro. As he strives to get back on track, Reinier's story serves as an example for young players in football, showcasing the importance of resilience in the face of adversity, even while navigating challenges in sports like football.
