This week, after joining the Spain U21 squad, Espi was interviewed by AS. In the third part of the interview (the full interview is divided into three parts due to its length), he discusses his feelings about being selected for Spain U21 and his move to Real Madrid this past summer.

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Let's talk again about this critical situation. In your view, what are the team's problems? Why do we always struggle in these difficult, intense matches? We see Barcelona winning every game by big margins, while Real Madrid is struggling, plus the derby loss. What do you think is the issue? What needs to be improved most?

The whole team needs to be united. I think we're heading in the right direction. If we keep training hard every day, good results will eventually come. We need to believe in ourselves and keep moving forward. There are still many matches left; we must maintain our confidence.

After reviewing the start of the season, where will Mourinho focus his improvements next?

He emphasized that we need to play our football in the way we know how, with everyone giving their all. By staying united, we can solve our problems, and that will definitely happen.

When you left Levante, you had made 66 first-team appearances and scored 20 goals. What is your most cherished memory from that time?

The dressing room was like a big family, the support from the fans, and the family atmosphere within the team. I do have some regrets. Although I've seen some former teammates when I've been near Valencia, I haven't had the chance to officially return and say goodbye.

I haven't met with the head coach and other staff members, which I really regret. The relegation battle last season was very difficult, and only by working together could we overcome it. We really fought shoulder-to-shoulder like a family, and those memories are very valuable.

Let's talk about the last match—losing the Madrid derby. This was the team's first loss of the season. Setting aside all external controversy, how is the team's condition right now? With the upcoming international break, how will everyone adjust and bounce back from this defeat?

Losing a match is certainly very difficult, especially an away derby against Atlético, but there are still many matches ahead. As I just said, by staying united, never giving up, and everyone giving their best, we will definitely overcome this difficult situation. This international break is a good opportunity to rest, recharge, and keep moving forward.

When you first received the offer from Real Madrid, was there ever a moment you considered rejecting the transfer?

Not at all. When I found out that Real Madrid was interested in me, it was very clear: this is a huge step in my career that will allow me to learn and develop every day. I can learn new things in every training session. Every minute I wear the Real Madrid shirt gives me extra motivation, and I'm very happy.

Let's play a hypothetical game: if you had a magic lamp and three football wishes, what would you wish for?

First, to win many titles with Real Madrid this season; second, to be called up to Spain's senior national team, which is every kid's dream; and my short-term wish is to perform well during this U21 training camp.

Finally, let's talk about U21. Gonzalo García just left Real Madrid this past summer, and you just arrived. You're both number 9s. Do your styles complement each other? How is your partnership?

Gonzalo is a great person. He was very kind to me on day one and gave me lots of support and help. Whether we play together or rotate depends on the head coach's decision. If we play at the same time, we can complement each other; if he starts and I come off the bench as a super-sub, or vice versa, that's also very good. The decision is in the coach's hands. His character is remarkable, which really surprised me.

If you had to choose for the Ballon d'Or, who would you pick?

Mbappé.

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