Real Madrid Legend Marcelo's 16-Year-Old Son Signs First Pro Contract With Los Blancos

Real Madrid have officially secured the future of one of their brightest academy prospects after Enzo Alves penned his first professional contract with the club on Monday.

The 16-year-old striker, who is the son of club legend Marcelo, has already made waves at Valdebebas with a prolific goalscoring record and has now committed his long-term future to the Spanish giants in a deal that includes a significant release clause to ward off interest from European rivals.

Alves has long been identified as a priority for the Real Madrid hierarchy, and the club moved decisively this week to formalise his status as a professional footballer. The agreement, which had been in the pipeline for some time, was officially signed on Monday with his parents present, marking a major milestone in the teenager's burgeoning career.

Aware of the high-profile nature of the player and his immense potential, Real Madrid have included a "shielding" clause in the contract to ensure his future remains at the Bernabeu. The deal effectively locks down a talent who has become a sensation within the walls of La Fabrica, Real Madrid's famed academy.

The striker, whose physical development and goalscoring exploits have drawn attention far beyond the capital, took to social media to celebrate the moment. With a staggering two million followers on Instagram, Enzo posted: "Happy to sign my first professional contract! Hala Madrid!"

Enzo’s progression at Valdebebas has been described as "stratospheric" by club insiders. Unlike his father, who made his name as a technically gifted left-back, Enzo is a powerful, incisive forward who bullies defenders and knows the route to goal. He is currently closing in on the remarkable landmark of 200 goals as a Real Madrid