During the summer transfer window, Real Madrid has successfully raised nearly €200 million through player sales. However, several more players are poised to exit, predominantly from La Fabrica talents.

Earlier this week, Real Madrid sold Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios to Fulham for a combined €50 million. Thiago Pitarch could potentially join them, while Jorge Cestero has been linked with a move to Ligue 1 side Lille. The latest name emerging as a potential departure is Jacobo Ortega, who has impressed with Castilla over the past year.

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Ortega scored six goals for Castilla in the 2025-26 season and is regarded as another promising talent from La Fabrica. However, his opportunity to break into the first team has been hindered by Real Madrid’s acquisition of Carlos Espi. It is widely assumed that he will leave on a permanent transfer before the window closes.

A move to France seems the most likely scenario. According to ESPN’s Rodra, Real Madrid is in discussions with Strasbourg regarding a deal for Ortega that could generate an additional €8 million for the club.

Strasbourg Keen to Reduce Real Madrid Asking Price

Any agreement would incorporate a 50% sell-on clause, which is a standard practice for Real Madrid when selling La Fabrica players. Nevertheless, this stipulation has led Strasbourg to express reluctance in meeting the €8 million price tag, prompting them to seek a reduction during upcoming negotiations.

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A transfer to Strasbourg would be advantageous for Ortega, known for developing strikers into top-class talents. Real Madrid hopes that the club can replicate this success with the 20-year-old, making a deal beneficial for both parties—though the club maintains that its asking price must be honored.