Vinícius drives Madrid’s charge in Europe
After wins vs Levante and Monaco, Arbeloa targets Jude Bellingham’s revival. The coach sees the England star as key to Madrid’s 16th UCL push after Vinícius and Mastantuono resurgence.
Madrid renew Bryan Bugarin to 2028 with a €75m clause. The Juvenil B attacker is tracked by PSG, Liverpool and Dortmund but stays focused on progressing at Valdebebas.
Vinícius Júnior wins UCL Player of the Week after a goal and three assists in Real Madrid’s 6-1 rout of Monaco, beating Luis Suárez, Fermín López and Robert Navarro. Gameweek 7, UEFA confirmed.
Madrid visit Villarreal after a 6-1 Monaco win. Vinicius starred; Rodrygo could return. Rüdiger doubtful. Estadio de la Cerámica hoodoo looms, despite last season’s Mbappé brace. Kick-off 8pm GMT.
Madrid and Barcelona chase Albacete left-back Dani Bernabéu after his standout display dumping Madrid from the Copa. Release clause around €6-7m; Castilla signings continue.
Real Madrid top Deloitte’s Money League again with ~€1.2bn revenue, driven by 23% commercial growth despite matchday dip. Barcelona second; Bayern and PSG follow. Commercial income leads the surge.
Report: Arbeloa told Trent Alexander-Arnold to leave in summer after injuries and poor form (11 games, 1 assist). Carvajal blocks route; Madrid form improving under Arbeloa.
Madrid cool Klopp links, giving Alvaro Arbeloa backing after Xabi Alonso’s exit. Focus is on unity and dressing-room connection, with long-term plans for coach still open.
Madrid consider Dominik Szoboszlai for midfield rebuild post-Kroos/Modric, willing to bid up to €90m. No release clause; Klopp link noted. Strong UCL output boosts appeal.
AC Milan eye Brahim Díaz return for €40–50m. Madrid weigh sale amid limited minutes and crowded roles (Bellingham, Güler, Mastantuono, Nico Paz). Summer move likely if squad reshuffle.
Vinícius wants a new Real Madrid deal after Monaco win, ending Saudi talk and likely shelving a 2026 Haaland push. Los Blancos may prioritise midfield targets like Enzo Fernández and João Neves.
Jose Mourinho vows Benfica “will give everything” vs Real Madrid in a must-win UCL game, insisting “practically doesn’t mean impossible” despite Benfica’s limitations.
Juventus contact Antonio Rüdiger as Madrid stall over a new deal amid injuries. With his contract up in 2026, Bosman talks start; Saudi clubs and Galatasaray also keen.
