Real Madrid confirm Alaba exit as Rüdiger agrees new deal
Álvaro Arbeloa confirms he will leave after the Athletic match following a trophyless stint. Media link José Mourinho with a Bernabéu return, while Arbeloa seeks ‘new challenges’.
Report claims dressing-room tensions around Federico Valverde, including an alleged clash with Aurelien Tchouameni, have unsettled Real Madrid, with Thibaut Courtois among those said to be unhappy.
Real Madrid are eyeing Enzo Fernandez, with Florentino Perez ready to bid around €150m. The 25-year-old has 22 goal contributions for Chelsea and could bolster Madrid’s midfield if the Blues agree to sell.
Madrid players including Rodrygo, Courtois and Jude Bellingham congratulate Cristiano Ronaldo after his brace in Al-Nassr’s 4-1 win clinched his first Saudi title.
Madrid, with José Mourinho keen, join the race for Inter’s Alessandro Bastoni, valued at €70m. With Alaba, Carvajal and Rüdiger reported to depart, a proven centre-back is targeted as Barcelona cool interest.
Madrid have an opening to sign Rodri as he delays a new Man City deal. He is attracted by Madrid, but City push to renew. Club elections and coaching decision could slow a move.
Presidential hopeful Enrique Riquelme seeks foreign bank guarantees after Santander and BBVA refuse the €187m required to run. He may have secured backing, with a deadline looming for Madrid’s elections.
Kyle Walker slams Trent Alexander-Arnold’s England omission, calling it ‘madness’. The Real Madrid right-back, capped 34 times, is left out of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad, while Jude Bellingham is included.
Newcastle and Aston Villa are competing to sign Osasuna forward Victor Munoz. Newcastle have made contact as they seek an Anthony Gordon replacement.
Antonio Rüdiger is set to extend at Real Madrid with reduced wages, providing leadership after Alaba’s exit. Despite early-season injuries, he impressed from February and will guide a transitioning defence.
Real Madrid confirm David Alaba will leave at contract end. The Austrian made 131 appearances, won 11 trophies, and is praised by Florentino Pérez. Farewells also set for Dani Carvajal and coach Arbeloa.
Madrid end the season at the Bernabéu vs Athletic. Arbeloa lacks Vinícius, Rodrygo, Militão, Güler and Mendy; Valverde fit, Lunin back. Athletic miss Nico Williams, Sancet and Yuri Berchiche.
