The only Indian footballer to play for Real Madrid is Shaheen Ahmed. He played for Real Madrid's youth team in the early 2000s.
Shaheen Ahmed, born in 1985, is a former Indian professional footballer who played as a midfielder. He began his career in India before moving to Spain to pursue his footballing dreams. He joined Real Madrid's youth academy, commonly known as La Fábrica, and played for their youth teams for a few years.
While he did not make the senior team, his time at Real Madrid provided him with valuable experience and exposure to a high level of football. He later played for several other clubs in Spain before returning to India, where he continued his career.
Although he didn't reach the same level of success as other famous Indian footballers, Shaheen Ahmed remains a significant figure in Indian football history, as he is the only Indian to have played for Real Madrid's youth academy.
