Ghanaian midfielder Latif Issman has completed a move to Real Madrid from UD Logroñés, with the youngster expected to continue his development at the Spanish club’s reserve side, Real Madrid Castilla.
The agreement was finalised on Thursday, November 12, according to Spanish newspaper MARCA, making Issman Real Madrid’s first signing for the 2027/28 season.
The midfielder will join Castilla in the summer of 2027 after completing the current campaign with Logroñés. He remains under contract with the Spanish third-tier side until June 30, 2027.
Real Madrid had been monitoring the Ghanaian since the summer and stepped up their interest in recent weeks before reaching an agreement with Logroñés.
Issman began his football development at SD Logroñés before moving to UD Logroñés at youth level. He earned promotion to the senior team in July 2025 and has since worked his way into the squad.
His performances during the club’s promotion play-offs further strengthened his reputation, as he featured in all four matches.
The midfielder has also enjoyed regular playing time this season, making 10 appearances in the Primera Federación and providing one assist.
His physical presence, work rate and ability to break opposition lines are among the qualities that have reportedly attracted interest from several clubs.
The move offers Issman an opportunity to develop within one of Europe’s leading football academies, with Castilla providing a potential pathway to Real Madrid’s senior team.
