Real Madrid were crowned UEFA Youth League champions for the second time in their history, and one of the players who stood out in this competition was Carlos Des.
At just 18 years old, he already wears the captain’s armband and played a decisive role in the final against Club Brugge, winning the European title. After a 1-1 draw and a penalty shootout, the midfielder showed his mettle and scored to secure a 4-2 victory, handing the merengue team the trophy and cementing his place as one of the most promising players in European football.
Dez is under surveillance in Argentina
Born in Spain but with Argentinian roots, Dez was coached by Levaro Arbeloa in Real Madrid’s youth organization and has since established himself as one of the team’s key players, scoring an astonishing 15 goals in 35 games this season.
Born in Spain in 2007, the player was a standout at the Stade de la Thuyere, not only making headlines with his penalties but also drawing attention to his calmness and resilience under intense pressure.
“As a result of all the hard work we put in this year, we are reaping the rewards. The truth is, I’m really happy for all my teammates because we won this. Let’s celebrate and have fun,” he said after the win.
On the field, Dez stands out for his tactical intelligence, ability to link up with teammates and versatility to move between different areas of the midfield. These qualities have led him to be compared with other talents from Real Madrid’s youth ranks, but he has also attracted international attention as a promising player.
Thanks to dual citizenship, the player was able to represent both Spain and Argentina. His father is Argentinian, so he is on the radar of both national teams, in a similar situation to Alejandro Garnacho.
Meanwhile, Diego Placente’s Under-20s could try to sign him in the short term, but Lionel Scaloni could also consider him in the future. Of course, the Spanish side are also keeping an eye on his development, and he has already received a call-up to the Iberian national youth team.
Carlos, on the other hand, has put in some impressive performances and has already drawn comparisons with Nico Paz, another Real Madrid talent who rose to play alongside the likes of Lionel Messi. Other names that reflect Argentina’s influence at the club include the legendary Alfredo Di Stofano, Ngel Di Mara, Gonzalo Higuán and Jorge Valdano. Now, Dez is preparing to continue writing his story.
