AC Milan and Real Madrid Track Granada Winger Emeka

AC Milan and Real Madrid are monitoring Granada winger Emeka after the teenager caught the eye during a scouting visit that had initially been intended to assess another player. The 19-year-old has a €15 million release clause and is under contract with the Andalusian club until 2031.

Granada breakthrough changes the scouting focus

A Milan scout was in Spain on September 12 for Granada’s 1-1 Segunda División draw against Albacete, with midfielder Dylan Rodriguez the original subject of the visit. Rodriguez remains of interest to the Italian club because of his ability to operate in several midfield roles.

Emeka, however, made the greater impression. The winger drove forward on an individual run and finished at the near post, a moment that intensified attention from both Milan and Madrid.

• Emeka is 19 and has Nigerian heritage.
• His contract at Granada runs through 2031.
• The deal includes a €15 million clause, equivalent to about £13 million or $17 million.
• He has scored once in six Segunda División appearances this season.
• That goal made him Granada’s second-youngest scorer in the club’s history.

Youth form earns senior opportunity

Granada promoted Emeka after an influential campaign in their youth system last season. His performance against Madrid in the Under-19 national championship semi-finals was particularly significant, persuading figures within the club that he was ready for first-team football.

That decision has been quickly justified by his early impact in the second tier. His athleticism has prompted local comparisons with Jude Bellingham, although Granada’s immediate focus is on helping the winger establish himself at senior level.

Milan weigh development route as Madrid watch

Milan are continuing to track both Emeka and Rodriguez, but the winger has become the priority target. Any move to San Siro would be expected to begin with a period in the club’s reserve structure, allowing him to continue his development before challenging for a first-team place.

Madrid’s interest means Milan may not have the luxury of a long wait. Representatives from the two European giants are expected to keep attending Granada matches before the winter transfer window opens.

Spain duty and Granada’s league push

Emeka will next join Spain’s Under-18 squad as preparations continue for the youth World Cup in Qatar this November. When he returns, he will seek to secure a regular starting role under Pacheta and help Granada climb the Segunda División standings.