Before his debut in the match against Osasuna on November 9, Asencio was the main character of the media because of his suspected involvement in the filming and distribution of a pc video. The victim was a 16-year-old girl. The young Real Madrid players under investigation were all immediately dismissed by the club. Madrid trust Asencio, who was initially investigated and is now a witness. According to the police investigation, he was not present in the room where the incident occurred. Asencio is still being investigated for distributing a pc video of a minor, with a ruling from 2023 noting that he “watched the video and showed it to a friend”.

Just before the match against Man City, the court of first instance in Las Palmas province rejected Asencio’s appeal, announcing that he will continue to be investigated for distribution. Amid the controversy, he distanced himself from the criticism and even the public insults to focus on football.

Ancelotti had called up Asencio in December 2023, but the club eventually withdrew him to attend the trial. Last summer, Carletto called him up again for the US tour. He made his debut with an assist for Bellingham in a 4-0 win over Osasuna. Since then, he has not left the first team, playing well even when Real Madrid lost to Liverpool.

“Go and spread the video, you idiot!” Mallorca’s Maffeo told him in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup. He was also booed in most away games. Such pressure has not stopped him.

“He has a big personality and could be important for the future of the dressing room,” said the Valdebebas staff. The club advised him not to read social media, not to listen to the opposition stands and to concentrate on his sport. “He is a central defender with great potential,” Ancelotti concluded. Asencio’s contract expires in 2026 and Madrid are in talks to extend it.