La Liga
Real Madrid continues to secure its future from the grassroots. In the last few hours, it has closed the renewal of one of the biggest gems from La Fábrica, sending a clear message to the European market: young talent is off-limits.
This concerns Marco Company, a midfielder of just 17 years who is already drawing exciting comparisons both within and outside the club.
Contract Shielded Until 2028 with a Deterrent Clause
Real Madrid has extended Marco Company's contract until 2028. The young footballer, currently playing for the Juvenil B team, is one of the most promising profiles in the Real Madrid youth system.
The renewal includes a €100 million release clause, a symbolic yet strong figure that reflects the club's confidence in his potential. With this move, the club wards off external temptations and protects a player who had already attracted interest from other top European clubs.
In Valdebebas, they view him not only as a precocious talent but also as a leadership project.
Comparisons with Vitinha and Natural Leadership
Within the club, many compare his style to Vitinha's. Company stands out for his ability to organize the game, positional intelligence, and precision in passing.
He is not an explosive midfielder but rather cerebral. He has composure, judgment, and the personality to take on responsibilities with the ball. Furthermore, he possesses competitive character, a trait highly valued in Real Madrid's structure.
The academy coaches also highlight his tactical maturity and quiet leadership. Despite his youth, he already influences the dressing room in his category.

A Potential Future Captain
The club does not rule out the possibility of Marco Company becoming one of the key figures in the first team in the medium term. The roadmap is clear: gradual progression, consolidation in higher categories, and advancement to Castilla before considering the first team.
Real Madrid has learned from past experiences and aims to secure talent before it attracts media attention. The extension until 2028 is a strategic move.
Time will tell how far his potential goes, but in Valdebebas, they believe they have a midfielder destined to make history. With the club's full trust and protection, Marco Company is already part of Real Madrid's future.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, OFICIAL: El Real Madrid asegura al nuevo Vitinha
