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Real Madrid has imposed strict disciplinary action against its defender Raúl Asensio, despite his recent return to the squad, following recent legal issues that have damaged the club's image. This measure comes in response to a recent incident of driving under the influence of alcohol involving the player. Details reveal that Asensio was stopped at an alcohol checkpoint at 6:30 AM on August 16th, in southern Gran Canaria, while driving under the influence. This situation compelled the club's management to take urgent and decisive action against the player. In this context, an exceptional disciplinary file was officially opened against Asensio. Real Madrid decided to levy a significant financial fine on Asensio, with its value to be deducted from his salary over the coming months. Asensio has already received notification of the financial penalty imposed by the club following the disciplinary proceedings initiated against him, and the value of this fine is reported to be close to 100,000 euros. The concern of Real Madrid officials was not limited solely to the traffic violation committed by the player; their paramount worry was the substantial damage the incident caused to the club's reputation. The timing of the incident also contributed to the severity of the penalty, as Asensio was apprehended driving late at night while intoxicated, a behavior deemed irresponsible for a professional football player by the club. Despite these measures, coach José Mourinho decided to call up Asensio for today's match against Rayo Vallecano, marking his first appearance in the team's squad this season, thereby opening the door for his return to participation.
