Real Madrid’s Chema Andres mistake is already proving to be worse than losing out on Rodri

Former Real Madrid academy product Chema Andres starred for Brighton & Hove Albion in a 3-0 Premier League victory over Arsenal. The 21-year-old midfielder joined Brighton from Stuttgart during the summer transfer window. Real Madrid reportedly forewent any future control or buy-back clauses over the Spanish midfielder when he made the permanent move to the English club.

According to the report, Real Madrid's decision not to match Brighton's offer or secure a future clause is being viewed as a significant mistake. The Spanish club could have loaned him out to Stuttgart to aid his development. His strong performances suggest his market value could rise significantly in the coming years, making a future transfer back to Madrid difficult.