Gilberto Moura is one of a number of talents Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on as the club enjoys huge success in their search across the Atlantic for hidden gems.
The 17-year-old midfielder is currently developing at Mexican club Tijuana and has become a major focus of the club’s international scouting network as he prepares for an inevitable move to Europe’s elite.
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With a growing list of high-profile suitors across the continent, Moura is expected to break into the top flight sooner rather than later.
Gilberto’s agent on his price tag
However, Real Madrid will have to dig deep into their pockets if they are to sign Gilberto Mora next summer, as the player’s agent Rafaela Pimienta confirmed.
In a recent interview with The Touchline (h/t defense center), Pimienta has been an outspoken advocate for the value of protecting clients, specifically calling out the historical undervaluation often associated with North American prospects.
“I will do whatever it takes to sell Gilberto Mora for a very high price.” she said. “It really bothers me that a Brazilian player is worth 80 million euros and a Mexican player is worth only 8 million euros!”
Mora is considered one of the best talents in North America. (Photo by Leopoldo Smith/Getty Images)
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By suggesting that Moura should be worth closer to the elite €80 million, Pimienta has sent a clear warning to Florentino Perez and other interested parties that securing the teenager will require a significant financial commitment.
However, Moura fits perfectly into the transfer philosophy promoted by Perez, whose focus is on identifying and securing young players with world-class potential before they reach their prime.
While his primary role is that of an attacking midfielder, his versatility and ability to adapt to a midfield position make him an attractive option for the team. merengue.
However, despite being closely watched by chief scout Juni Calafate, the club’s current priority reportedly remains AZ Alkmaar’s Keith Smit, who is seen as a leading candidate to bolster the midfield next summer.