Real Madrid Castilla’s Rachad Fettal, 19, has quickly established himself as a key player, scoring a debut double and earning comparisons to luis Suárez. The young Moroccan forward’s relentless intensity and fearless attitude are already making waves within the Real Madrid system.
Fettal,who joined Castilla this season from Almería,is described as a dynamic and aggressive player. His former coach at Almería, Alberto Lasarte, recounted an incident highlighting Fettal’s unwavering commitment: “He started bleeding from the nose in a friendly match, he was asked to go out, he refused. There, I knew that we had to recruit him. He’s a player who is not afraid of anything.”
Interestingly,Fettal’s initial position wasn’t as a forward. He began his career playing as an offensive midfielder and winger, operating close to the attacking line, showcasing a natural flair for the game. This versatility has contributed to his well-rounded skillset.
Fettal’s goal-scoring record speaks for itself: 29 goals in the Spanish U19 First Division and 15 goals for Almería’s reserve team.this impressive form led to interest from both Spain and Morocco, with Fettal recently choosing to represent the Moroccan national team, the Atlas Lions, over Spain.
His strengths lie in his explosiveness, aerial ability, and aggressive pressing in transitions. While his right foot and positional play in static attacking situations require further development, Fettal excels at exploiting space. Lasarte directly compared him to former Almería player Luis Suárez, noting their shared physicality, competitiveness, and strong personality on the pitch.
Castilla coach Álvaro Arbeloa is actively fostering Fettal’s development. Arbeloa believes Fettal has the potential to become a significant player in professional football, praising his scoring ability and dedication. “I do not know where his potential is located, because he must continue to progress, but with his scorer qualities and his dedication, I see him becoming important in professional football,” his former coach stated.
Fettal’s rapid ascent positions him as a player to watch within the real Madrid association,potentially paving the way for future opportunities with the first team. He currently wears jersey number 9 for Real Madrid Castilla, playing his home games at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano in Valdebebas, Madrid.
