Real Madrid’s interest in activating the €25m release clause in the 21-year-old’s contract was reported by Marca on Thrusday (July 30).
Just a few hours later, Jose Mourinho’s side have confirmed Espi’s signing, with the player signing a five-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2031.
Espi had a sensational 2025-26 for Levante, scoring 11 goals in his 25 LaLiga games, just 13 of which were from the first whistle.
The youngsters signing comes as Gonzalo Garcia edges closer to a reunion with former manager Alvaro Arbeloa at Fulham.