Striker Carlos Espí, who joined Real Madrid last summer after leaving for 25 million euros, took advantage of his day off to return to the Buñol sports city and visit Levante's training session. The visit occurred after the white club achieved a resounding 2-1 victory over FC Barcelona in Sunday's classic, a victory that marked the second of the season for the Madrid team.
On Monday, Espí arrived at the Levante headquarters with the intention of meeting his former teammates and the Portuguese coach Luís Castro. During the training session, the Madrid player greeted the members of the squad, showing his love for the club where he spent most of his career before his transfer to the capital. Espí's presence added a touch of familiarity to the atmosphere, as the Valencian striker has been a prominent figure at Levante for several years.
The classic, which was played at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, saw Real Madrid beat Barcelona with a header from Karim Benzema and a penalty from Vinícius Júnior. The victory not only secured third position in the League table, but also consolidated the team's position in the group stage of the Champions League. The victory was celebrated by the fans and by the club itself, which highlighted the quality of the performance of its players in a high-caliber match.
Regarding Espí's visit, no official statements from the Levantine club have been reported. However, the player expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to return to the sports city and for the support of his former teammates. Coach Luis Castro, for his part, thanked the footballer for his presence and highlighted the importance of maintaining ties with former players who have contributed to the development of the club.
With the season progressing, Levante prepares for its next matches in the League, while Real Madrid continues its campaign in the Champions League. Espí's visit to Levante underlines the connection that the player maintains with his past and his commitment to Spanish football. Fans will be able to closely follow the performance of both teams in the upcoming matches, where the quality and experience of players like Espí will continue to be key factors.