The young Spanish defender Raúl Asensio is experiencing a remarkable period with Real Madrid in recent weeks, having managed to turn a difficult chapter of his career into a new phase, proving himself as one of the most promising rising talents in the royal club.

Asensio had struggled significantly following his disappointing participation in the Club World Cup last summer, where he faced widespread criticism for his performance, affecting his position within the team lineup. However, as is the case with players who possess a "winner's mentality," the young defender managed to make a strong comeback, seizing the opportunity presented by the successive absences in the defense line due to injuries, notably the absence of the duo Éder Militão and Antonio Rüdiger.

Asensio began to gradually regain his shine before firmly establishing himself in the starting lineup and becoming an indispensable player in Real Madrid's defense. In recent matches, he has demonstrated a great ability to read the game, solidity in tackles, and bold runs from his position, making him a reliable option whether as a central defender or a right-back.

Over time, Asensio has evolved from being just a substitute or an emergency solution to becoming one of the most prominent defenders in Spain today, thanks to his strong performance and high competitiveness on the field. It seems that the player's development is not just a temporary improvement but a genuine transformation in his career, opening up new opportunities for him at the national team level.

If Asensio continues to deliver this outstanding performance, the Spanish national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, might give him a golden opportunity to be part of "La Roja" in the next international call-up scheduled for March.

Looking to the future, the dream of participating in the 2026 World Cup remains the biggest goal for Asensio. The young defender has a real chance to be part of the Spanish national team that will compete in the World Cup next summer, especially if he continues to perform at a level that proves he is a reliable player for the strongest European clubs.

In the end, it seems that Asensio is writing a new success story at Real Madrid, a story that begins with pain and failure and ends with stability and brilliance. With each match in which he proves himself, he gets closer to achieving his biggest dream: to be part of "La Roja" in the World Cup and to prove that he is not just a promising defender, but a true star in Spanish football.