Real Madrid Castilla forward Loren Zuniga departs for Libyan club Al Madina
Loren Zuniga leaves Real Madrid for Al Madina after scoring six goals for Castilla and earning Equatorial Guinea call-up
Real Madrid Castilla forward Loren Zuniga has concluded his tenure with the Spanish club, signing a three-year contract with Al Madina, a team based in Tripoli, Libya. The move marks the end of a three-year period in Real Madrid’s youth structure, during which the forward progressed through the academy system before securing a place in the Castilla squad.
Zuniga initially arrived at Real Madrid from Malaga in 2023. His development within La Fabrica, the club’s renowned youth academy, eventually led to his integration into the Castilla team. During the previous season, the striker recorded six goals, providing him with senior-level experience in the Spanish football pyramid.
The departure represents a significant shift in the player’s career trajectory, moving from one of Europe’s most prominent youth setups to the Libyan league. Al Madina has recently demonstrated activity in the Spanish market, having also secured the loan of Abde Damar from Zamora, indicating a strategic interest in players with Spanish football backgrounds.
Zuniga’s time at Real Madrid was accompanied by international recognition. He earned a call-up to the Equatorial Guinea national team and was selected for their squad at the Africa Cup of Nations. This international exposure highlighted his development on the global stage alongside his club performances.
The forward leaves Real Madrid with a record that includes his contributions to Castilla and his participation in continental competition. The three-year agreement with Al Madina signals a new chapter for the player as he transitions to a different footballing environment.
