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Real Madrid: a former nugget hopes to make a comeback

Relaunched at Atlético Mineiro after several complicated experiences in Europe, Reinier returned to his time at Real Madrid in an…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Reinier stated he does not rule out a potential future comeback to Real Madrid.
The 24-year-old expressed disappointment that he never got the opportunity to play a season with Madrid's first team.
Reinier praised former Real Madrid Castilla coach Raúl for teaching him a lot during his time in Spain.

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Atlético Mineiro attacker Reinier has stated he remains open to an eventual return to Real Madrid following an interview with AS. The 24-year-old Brazilian acknowledged his disappointment over his previous stint in the Spanish capital, where he never played a senior season with the first team, but expressed fond memories of working under Castilla coach Raúl.

Currently aiming to regain top form in Brazil, Reinier emphasized that his immediate focus remains solely with Atlético Mineiro. He stated that returning to Europe is a future consideration alongside his major objective of earning a recall to the Brazilian national team.

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