Atlético de Madrid continues to strongly support its youth academy, and this time, all eyes are on Rayane Belaid, one of the most promising gems of the Academy. The young forward, a star of Fernando Torres's team, has attracted the interest of several European clubs. However, the club doesn't want to take risks and is already working on his renewal and protection, according to AS.
Rayane, the Gem Simeone Already Has on His Radar
At just 20 years old, Rayane has become the most standout player of Atlético B. His talent and quality have caught attention not only in Spain but also in the Premier League and Saudi Arabia, where several teams have already shown interest in signing him. However, the club is clear that his future lies at the Metropolitano, and that's why they want to ensure his continuity with a contract improvement that reflects his growing importance.
His performance in the reserve team has been outstanding, accumulating five goals in Primera RFEF and three in the Youth League, showing constant progression since his rise from the youth team. He was a key piece in the team that won the Copa de Campeones and the League, with 19 goals, including the decisive goal in the final against Betis.
A Talent That Doesn't Go Unnoticed
As AS points out, Rayane has already been drafted by Diego Simeone on several occasions, being present in matches against Mallorca, Salzburg, and Cacereño. Although he hasn't officially debuted with the first team yet, his name is on the list of future talents who could make the definitive leap.
The winger is a footballer with a unique style: a dribbler, with a tendency to move to the wing, the ability to hold the ball, and a great goal-scoring instinct. His evolution has been remarkable, quickly adapting to the pace of the Primera RFEF, where he has had to face more experienced opponents. "The soccer between the youth team and the Primera RFEF is very different, everything flies, you have to think before you get the ball. Also physically, you play against people who are ten years older than you, you have to be strong to compete," he said to AS.
Atlético Wants to Shield Him Against the Threat of the Premier and Arabia
Despite having a contract until 2027, Atlético de Madrid is aware that Rayane has offers willing to tempt the young talent. The Premier League and Saudi soccer have set their sights on him, which has led the club to accelerate efforts to shield him with a new contract.
The management's plan is clear: to avoid repeating cases like those of other young talents who grew up in Spain but could have ended up in other European projects. Gil Marín and his team are convinced that Rayane Belaid has the potential to become a key piece in Atlético's future, and they don't want to lose him.