Real Madrid confirms Jeremy de León’s loan to Hércules CF and bids farewell to its talisman

Real Madrid confirmed on Friday the loan of Jeremy de León to Hércules CF, allowing the 21-year-old Puerto Rican to gain valuable minutes in Alicante while keeping ties to the Santiago Bernabéu.

A symbolic figure at Madrid

Although Jeremy never featured in the 2023/24 Champions League, his presence on the bench turned into a lucky charm for many fans. Supporters even joke that the team’s elimination to Arsenal came in his absence, when he was sidelined by injury.

His story in Real Madrid Castilla has been one of flashes of talent, with pace and dribbling ability, but also setbacks due to injuries, limiting him to just four games last season.

Loan as a strategic step

The move is seen inside the club as a way to give the winger regular playing time without breaking ties. With his contract still valid at Madrid, the expectation is that he will return stronger and more prepared to compete for a place in the first team.

New challenges in Alicante

At Hércules CF, expectations are high. The Spanish side hopes Jeremy’s flair can add dynamism to the wings and give him the confidence he lacked due to injuries. Real Madrid, meanwhile, will monitor his progress closely.

A farewell with hope

For Madridistas, Jeremy’s departure is bittersweet: a temporary goodbye to a player embraced as a symbol of luck and resilience. For the winger, however, it represents a chance to rewrite his story and aim for a return to the Bernabéu as more than just a talisman.