Real Madrid signs Carlos Espí, intensifying striker competition

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What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

• [● 15 SOURCES] Real Madrid paid €25 million to trigger Carlos Espí’s release clause. (multiple)
• [● 3 SOURCES] Carlos Espí began training with Real Madrid and said it was a unique feeling. (quote)
• [● 14 SOURCES] Carlos Espí signed a contract with Real Madrid until 30 June 2031. (multiple)
• [● 12 SOURCES] José Mourinho requested the signing of a physically imposing forward for Real Madrid. (José Mourinho requested the signing of a physically imposing forward for Real Madrid.)
• [● 10 SOURCES] Carlos Espí is 21 years old, 1.94 m tall, and scored 11 goals in 25 league matches last season. (multiple)
• [● 12 SOURCES] Real Madrid signed Carlos Espí from Levante UD. (Real Madrid signed Carlos Espí from Levante UD.)
• [● 7 SOURCES] Espí’s arrival adds aerial strength and a new dimension to Real Madrid’s attack. (Real Madrid)
• [● 9 SOURCES] Gonzalo García transferred from Real Madrid to Fulham for €40 million. (multiple)
• [● 5 SOURCES] Endrick’s future minutes at Real Madrid are uncertain after the arrival of Carlos Espí. (existing)
• [● 4 SOURCES] The €25 million fee is the highest‑value sale of a Levante‑trained player in the club’s history. (multiple)
• [● 4 SOURCES] Endrick was included in Real Madrid’s pre‑season squad for the friendly against Fiorentina. (Real Madrid)
• [● 7 SOURCES] Endrick’s future at Real Madrid is uncertain after the arrival of Carlos Espí. (multiple)