Arbeloa targets Real Madrid youth star for Fulham move

While Real Madrid's academy consistently produces high-quality talent, securing a place in the first team remains a significant hurdle for many young players. One such prospect is 21-year-old attacking midfielder Cesar Palacios, who faces limited opportunities for a breakthrough in the Spanish capital.

Palacios showed significant development under Alvaro Arbeloa during their time together in the youth setup last season. Arbeloa demonstrated his trust in the player by providing him with minutes in seven matches for the senior side, helping the youngster gain valuable experience.

Now at the helm of Fulham, Arbeloa is looking to reunite with Palacios at the London club. Reports indicate that Fulham is close to finalizing a deal for the midfielder, who currently has one year remaining on his contract with the Madrid giants.