Levante has confirmed the departure of striker Carlos Espí after Real Madrid activated his €25M release clause. The Madrid-based club sent the official notification to Levante, triggering the transfer of the player. Espí, 24, will undergo his medical in the Spanish capital today before signing his contract with Real Madrid, as confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano.
What does this mean for Levante?
Losing Espí is a significant blow to Levante’s attack, which finished the 2025 season in 19th place in La Liga with 29 points (7 wins, 8 draws, and 16 losses). The striker was key to the team’s limited offensive output, scoring 35 goals while conceding 50 in 31 matches. With a 50-point gap to leaders Barcelona, Levante needs to strengthen their squad to avoid another difficult season.
What’s next?
Levante is already working on finding a replacement for Espí, though the transfer market has yet to fully open. Their next official fixture is on February 28, 2027, when they host Deportivo La Coruña. Meanwhile, fans eagerly await the club’s moves to bolster the team ahead of the new campaign.
Deal details
Real Madrid will pay the €25M stipulated in Espí’s release clause, funds Levante will use to pursue reinforcements. The striker, who joins a title-contending side, leaves behind a Levante in rebuilding mode but with hope that his sale will provide a new boost to the project.
