Real Madrid line up Cucurella as Mourinho reshapes left flank
Sami Khedira is set to rejoin Real Madrid as part of José Mourinho’s coaching staff, returning to work with his former boss as preparations begin for next season.
Madrid reach verbal agreement to sign Marc Cucurella from Chelsea for €55m plus €5m add-ons. Deal to be completed after the World Cup as Mourinho revamp continues alongside moves for Dumfries and Konaté.
Enzo Fernández wants to join Real Madrid and reunite with Marc Cucurella, but Chelsea will only sell for £120m. Madrid are still deciding midfield profile, with Rodri and Mateus Fernandes also discussed.
Kylian Mbappé, now at Real Madrid, vows to improve his defensive work for France, saying he must ‘take it a step further’ starting with the World Cup opener against Senegal.
Real Madrid aim to add a centre-back, a midfielder and a forward after signing Marc Cucurella. Targets include Enzo Fernández, Rodri and Mateus Fernandes, with defence the priority under José Mourinho.
With Cucurella and Álvaro Carreras set as Mourinho’s left-backs, Real Madrid place Ferland Mendy and Fran García on the market, though Mendy’s long-term injury may hinder a sale.
Pedro Porro signs a new Tottenham contract, committing long term and ending Real Madrid interest as De Zerbi makes him central to Spurs’ rebuild.
Inter enquire about Eduardo Camavinga after Marotta’s Madrid visit, but a transfer is unlikely as the Frenchman is committed. After a difficult 2025/26, he faces a make-or-break season at Real Madrid.
