The reason why Iker Casillas' son decided not to use his father's last name

Iker Casillas' son decided not to use his father's last name to avoid comparisons with the former Real Madrid legend who became one of the best goalkeepers in the world. Martin currently plays for the training divisions of the team led by Carlo Ancelotti.

Iker Casillas managed to become world champion with Spain in 2010 and made his kiss with Sara Carbonero after lifting the Cup one of the most viral moments in football, unfortunately for both, the relationship came to an end, from that relationship came the first son of the historic goalkeeper, Martín Casillas Carbonero.

The young player began to try his luck as a goalkeeper and played for an unknown team, Pozuelo, then Real Madrid's talent scouts saw him and decided to take him to their training divisions to play for Benjamín B where he still used the name Martín Casillas.

The young man began to demonstrate all his talent and was quickly promoted to Benjamín A where he currently plays. What few know is that he began to be present on social networks and the comparisons with his father began to become increasingly stronger.

There are many rumors circulating about the reason why Martin decided not to use his father's name, since the divorce between Iker Casillas and Sara Carbonero it was said that there was not a good relationship between the former Real Madrid goalkeeper and his son but this It is not true as revealed by the Sport media.

The only reason to “give up” the historic surname of Casillas is to take some of the pressure off and ensure that something similar does not happen to players like Enzo Zidane or any of the children of the historic Zinedine Zidane, as well as the children of David Beckham, The only one of the legends who has a son who seems to follow in his father's footsteps and knows how to handle pressure is Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.

Why does Iker Casillas' son not use his father's last name?

The change of surname, according to several sources close to the family, seems to be related to Iker's son's desire to forge his own identity and avoid being under the shadow of his father's enormous football legacy. By adopting a new surname, he seeks to build his own career, without expectations and comparisons with his famous father affecting his personal and professional life.

This news has generated various opinions, and while some see it as an understandable measure, others consider it a strong gesture, but necessary for the personal development of Iker Casillas' son.