Brahim Diaz left without a place at Real Madrid

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Brahim Díaz's situation atBrahim Díaz Real Madrid has clearly become more complicated at the start of this season. The Malaga-born attacker has gone from being a player expected to have a role to playing a very minor part in José Mourinho's plans, with his involvement shrinking week by week and no real continuity in recent weeks.

The numbers reflect that drop in importance: Brahim has managed 248 minutes across all competitions. Most of that came early in the campaign, when he started against Malaga on matchday 3, playing 65 minutes, and in the European opener against Inter, where he featured for 79 minutes. Since then, his involvement has fallen away sharply.

In the 16 official matches played so far, he has failed to feature in seven. What's more, when he has come on, in several cases it has been with the game already won, as was the case against Leipzig, Sevilla, Racing and Valencia. His only direct attacking contribution came against AEK, a match in which he came on in the 81st minute and provided the assist for Fede Valverde's winner. So far, he has not scored this season.

Competition is blocking his path

The footballing picture is not helping him either. In attacking areas, Brahim is behind Diomande, Arda Güler and Vinícius. The Brazilian's suspension did not open up a genuine door for him in the last few league rounds, and his return could further reduce his chances. Added to that is the recent rise of players such as Bernardo Silva or Endrick, who have had more impact in recent weeks.

Mourinho has even looked for alternative solutions rather than give the Malaga man continuity, such as using a right-back pairing out wide or, on occasion, pushing Fede Valverdefurther forward. All of which points to a very limited role for Brahim in the squad.

Contract until 2027 and January window on the horizon

His contract situation adds another layer to the analysis. Brahim is under contract until June 2027. A few months ago there was talk of a possible extension until 2030, but the current context is very different: few minutes, little influence and growing competition for his position.

According to Transfermarkt, his market value stands at €35 million, a figure lower than in previous spells. In that scenario, the January window looks like a key moment if Real Madrid decide to consider a departure. For now, there is no confirmation of a transfer or any deal being agreed, so any move should be seen as a possibility linked to his lack of prominence.