Real Madrid rocked by Benfica as Mbappé fumes, eyes on Rayo
After a 4-2 Benfica shocker, Madrid target Rayo at home. Mbappé admits attitude cost them, Trubin scored late to drop Madrid from top eight. Rudiger, Alexander-Arnold could return for La Liga push.
Madrid eye Bayern’s Aleksandar Pavlovic as a long-term organiser to balance midfield, aid Valverde, Camavinga and free Bellingham. Contract to 2029; fee touted around €80m.
Teaser references Madrid’s Benfica defeat and focus shifting to Rayo, with Mbappé frustration mentioned; article lacks details. Livescore
Report claims Madrid bid €100m for Tottenham’s Cristian Romero to fix injury-hit defence after Militao, Rudiger and Alaba issues. Spurs reluctant, contract runs to 2029.
After Benfica setback, Madrid rule out January signings but plan a busy summer overhaul, focusing on defence and midfield; board keep faith in current squad for this season.
Real Madrid draw Mourinho’s Benfica in UCL playoffs after 4-2 loss in Lisbon with late Trubin header. First leg at Estadio da Luz, second at Bernabeu. Winners face Man City or Sporting.
Sevilla’s 18-year-old Nico Guillen, tracked by Real Madrid and Barcelona, signs new deal to 2029 with €20m clause, cooling immediate move.
Romano: Madrid back Arbeloa for now but have Unai Emery, Jurgen Klopp on shortlist for summer after Copa exit and UCL top-eight miss. No talks yet; Emery focused on Aston Villa.
Mbappé slams Madrid’s “disgrace” defending after 4-2 loss at Benfica, despite his brace. He bemoans inconsistency and lack of fight as Arbeloa’s side look disinterested in Champions League clash.
