Raúl Asencio Denies Rift With Real Madrid Manager After Viral Training Quip

Speculation over his role continues, with Spanish radio reporting uncertainty over his future at the club.

Overview

Asencio posted on his official X account that he respects Álvaro Arbeloa and his teammates, pushing back on reports of a falling-out.
A clip from training showed the defender saying questions about his lack of minutes should be directed to Arbeloa.
He has not played for about a month after being dropped for the Champions League tie against Manchester City, with his absence described as a muscle injury.
Spanish reports claim he confronted Arbeloa and refused to apologise to teammates, though the club has not confirmed those accounts.
Cadena SER reports Real Madrid are weighing defensive reinforcements as Premier League clubs register interest in Asencio, raising doubts about his status beyond this season.