Real Madrid leave Mendy out as Ancelotti backs Mourinho
Opta rank Real Madrid 7th in the league phase and give them a 5.13% title chance, behind Arsenal, Bayern, Manchester City and Barcelona.
Bayern could add a huge release clause to Michael Olise’s new deal, potentially leaving Real Madrid a route to revive their interest in 2027.
Mourinho reportedly helped Vinicius renew until 2032, speaking to him during talks and backing him after the Cornella bullying incident.
Real Madrid are pleased with Mourinho’s calm return, with club sources describing him as ‘thoughtful’ and convinced his squad can compete for every trophy.
Vlahovic confirmed interest from Real Madrid but chose Besiktas, saying they pushed hardest to sign him and he felt they did everything possible.
Real Madrid rank 6th in a list of the top 250 clubs by highest net spend after the summer transfer window.
Raul Asencio said he can 'close a chapter' after his acquittal, thanked Real Madrid for their support and apologised for his separate drink-driving incident.
Mastantuono said Brahim, Mbappe and Bellingham impressed him most at Real Madrid, with Bellingham giving him ‘a lot of advice’ before his Fiorentina loan.
Real Madrid could bring Luka Modric back after retirement in coaching or sporting management, with his football knowledge seen as a major asset.
Jose Mourinho said he told Dani Ceballos in a 3-minute call he was not in his plans, and the midfielder agreed to terminate his Real Madrid contract.
Marc Cucurella is already 'adored' in the Real Madrid dressing room, with his intensity, attacking quality and charisma making a strong early impression.
Bacary Sagna said Mbappe is only in the world’s ‘top three’, backing Kvaratskhelia for the 2026 Ballon d’Or despite the Real Madrid forward’s strong year.
Jose Mourinho fears a midfield 'problem' against Inter Milan, with Arda Guler, Bernardo Silva and Eduardo Camavinga suspended and Aurelien Tchouameni still doubtful.
Eduardo Camavinga impressed in Real Madrid's 4-0 win over Malaga and earned Mourinho's praise, but still has to prove he can deliver consistency in bigger games.
Kylian Mbappe, not Jude Bellingham, has been named Real Madrid's Player of the Month after scoring four goals in three games, including a hat-trick against Real Sociedad.
Milan and Roma are monitoring Endrick for January, but Mourinho blocked a summer exit and Real Madrid stayed firm on keeping the 20-year-old.
Joan Martinez rejected summer exit offers to stay at Castilla, with Real Madrid expecting the 19-year-old defender to push towards Mourinho’s first-team plans.
Carlo Ancelotti visited Valdebebas, met Jose Mourinho and backed him to 'do very well' at Real Madrid ahead of Betis and the Champions League opener.
Real Madrid target Kees Smit stayed at AZ after talks with coach Lee-Roy Echteld and the club refused to let him leave late in the window.
Carlo Ancelotti visited Valdebebas, checked on Vinicius Junior, Endrick, Eder Militao and Rodrygo, and outlined Brazil's plan for a 'new generation' for the 2030 World Cup.
Jose Mourinho said he is 'not happy' with Raul Asencio after his drink-driving conviction, warning Real Madrid players represent the club '24 hours a day'.
Ferland Mendy has been left out of Real Madrid's Champions League squad, while injured pair Eder Militao and Rodrygo are included. Mourinho also named 11 Castilla players on List B.
