The Norwegian, 16 years old, refuses to keep playing for Castilla and Villarreal, Malaga, and Betis are the clubs best positioned for him to go on loan. The club wants to keep track of the Norwegian's progress in La Liga. This year he has only played 11 matches with Castilla, but he made his debut with the first team in La Liga against Getafe.
The situation of Lucas Silva, 22 years old, is different. He has the handicap of being a non-EU player and has James, Danilo, and Casemiro ahead of him (the three allowed spots). The club would like him to gain experience in a Spanish Primera team to closely monitor his development and adaptation to La Liga. Sevilla, who was already interested in the player before Real Madrid signed him for 14 million euros, is one of the options being considered. Oporto has also inquired about the midfielder, but Madrid prefers that Lucas Silva grows and matures in Spain. However, no decisions will be made on either operation until the stage is over and Benitez gives his point of view.