Real Madrid confirm Mourinho return, Dumfries deal expected
Carlos Tevez says he signed for Madrid with president Ramon Calderon and director Pedja Mijatovic, but the deal collapsed when Calderon left and the secret contract was scrapped.
Real Madrid make Pope Leo XIV an honorary member after his 8 June 2026 Bernabéu visit, in a decision approved by Florentino Pérez’s board.
Report claims Madrid may pivot to Enzo Fernandez after failing to land PSG targets Vitinha and Joao Neves, with Florentino Perez and Jose Mourinho keen to make a statement signing.
Madrid will assess Vinicius Jr’s World Cup displays before deciding on a renewal. Talks stall over wage demands, with a sale not ruled out under Jose Mourinho if he underwhelms.
Madrid are set for €17.5m plus €2.5m bonuses via a 50% sell-on clause if Osasuna sell Víctor Muñoz to Newcastle for about €40m.
Real Madrid are in advanced talks to sign Bernardo Silva, a Mourinho target, despite Barcelona and Atlético interest. Deals for Ibrahima Konaté and Denzel Dumfries are already agreed.
Manchester United lead the race for West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes at around £80m, leaving Jose Mourinho and Madrid likely to miss out despite admiring the Portuguese midfielder.
Kaka reflects on his Madrid spell, calling himself ‘one of Real Madrid’s worst signings’, citing injuries and Mourinho favouring Ozil, Di Maria, Benzema and Cristiano despite his efforts.
José Mourinho returns as head coach. Madrid plan a rebuild, with Denzel Dumfries set to sign a four-year deal via a €20m clause after a medical on 3 June.
Real Madrid appoint José Mourinho on a three-year deal to replace Álvaro Arbeloa after a trophyless season. The 63-year-old returns on 13 July, tasked with reclaiming La Liga and Europe.
Michael Owen calls Kylian Mbappé ‘the best player in the world’, backs him to shine at the World Cup, and tips France or Spain to win. Mentions Haaland and Kane in Golden Boot race.
Report says Mauricio Pochettino was ‘frequently mentioned’ in Madrid’s talks before José Mourinho’s appointment, with Klopp, Deschamps and Scaloni also considered.
Juventus make Eduardo Camavinga a top target, but the 23-year-old intends to stay at Madrid and fight for minutes under Jose Mourinho despite increased midfield competition.
Como’s Nico Paz has told Real Madrid he wants to stay in Serie A for 2026-27 to play Champions League football, delaying a buyback return until 2027.
Mourinho targets Josko Gvardiol to strengthen the left side, with Riccardo Calafiori as backup. Man City want to keep Gvardiol and have offered a renewal, but Madrid monitor his stance.
