The reserve side of European and world football heavyweights Real Madrid, have made contact with Kenya U20 captain Amos Emmanuel Wanjala ahead of a potential move, sources at The Nerve Africa have exclusively learned.
Wanjala currently plays for Spanish fifth-tier side Athletic Club Torrellano, having joined them in September this season. Both the club and the player have expressed openness to a possible deal.
A reliable source close to the 18-year-old confirmed the developments, stating that Real Madrid Castilla approached Wanjala’s camp and Athletic Club Torrellano to initiate talks over a potential transfer. It has also been revealed that the suitors are aiming to sign the player on a long-term five-year contract.
“It’s true there was contact from Real Madrid Castilla on Wednesday, as their scouts have been tracking him for close to two months. There is excitement from all parties involved, but we have to be realistic—it’s still very early stages. The overall feeling within the boy’s camp is that a deal could materialize,” the source told The Nerve Africa.
Since joining Athletic Club Torrellano, Wanjala has made seven appearances over two months, showcasing his versatility by playing as a central defender, right-back, and defensive midfielder. He has also contributed to four clean sheets during this period.
Before his move to Torrellano, Wanjala played for Gimnastic Tarragona, the professional team of Nastic Sports Academy in Spain. His transition to European football followed an impressive stint with the St. Anthony’s Boys High School football team in Kitale, which reclaimed Kenya’s national schools’ title in August last year.
The towering defender captained the Kenya U18 national team to a second-place finish in the CECAFA tournament held in December last year in Kisumu. This year, he led the U20 team in their campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
In addition, Wanjala made his debut for the senior national team, the Harambee Stars, earlier this year. He was included in the COSAFA Cup squad in July in South Africa and has since earned three competitive caps.
