Raúl Asencio, the center-back for Real Madrid, has been convicted of drunk driving following an incident in his hometown of Gran Canaria. According to a report from local publication Atlántico Hoy, the conviction stems from an event that occurred two weeks ago when Asencio was stopped at a routine police checkpoint in a popular entertainment area.
During the traffic stop, authorities discovered that Asencio's blood alcohol concentration was 0.90 mg/l, which is significantly above the legal limit of 0.25 mg/l in Spain. Fortunately, the 23-year-old footballer was not involved in any accidents or exhibiting reckless driving behavior at the time of the stop. Nevertheless, the elevated alcohol level led to his conviction for an offense against road safety.
The trial was expedited, taking place just three days after the incident in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, where Asencio accepted the penalties imposed. He has been fined €14,400 and is facing an eight-month suspension of his driver's license as a result of the conviction.
Asencio's legal troubles come at a challenging time for the player, who is currently sidelined due to an injury he sustained during Real Madrid's pre-season preparations. The young defender has been a part of the club's setup but has struggled to find consistent playing time. Real Madrid had been actively seeking a new club for Asencio throughout the summer transfer window, but ultimately, he remained with the team.
This incident adds another layer of complexity to Asencio's career, as he navigates both his recovery from injury and the repercussions of his recent legal issues. The club will likely be monitoring the situation closely, as they continue to evaluate his future within the squad.
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