Real Madrid Set to Sign Atlético Prospect Aimar Garcia on Reported Pre-Contract

Reports point to a Bosman move following Atlético’s failure to renew his contract before its June expiry.

Overview

Transfer journalists Fabrizio Romano and Alfredo Matilla report a verbal agreement for the 18-year-old centre-back to join Real Madrid when his deal runs out in June.
A pre-contract is permissible within the final six months of a contract, aligning the timing of the reported agreement with Bosman rules.
Garcia, described as nearly two metres tall and highly rated inside Atlético, is considered one of the academy’s promising defenders.
He previously spent time in Real Madrid’s academy until 2021, moved to Getafe, then joined Atlético in 2023, setting up a return to La Fábrica.
Football España notes the move continues recent academy switches from Atlético to Real Madrid after a 2022 break in a non-aggression understanding, and suggests potential first-team pathways could open depending on senior departures.