Real Madrid face Courtois scare and Vinicius contract push
Report says Madrid will not revive interest in Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi despite past admiration under Xabi Alonso. Arsenal paid around €70m, but after a difficult first season, Bernabeu move is ruled out.
Real Madrid push to resolve Vinicius Jr’s contract. Talks to restart soon, with salary gap to Mbappe-level pay a sticking point. Club want renewal this summer or will consider a sale if no agreement.
Jose Mourinho keeps Antonio Pintus as fitness coach at Real Madrid after a personal request. Nuno Santos replaces Luis Llopis as goalkeeping coach, with Llopis to remain at the club in a new role.
Report claims Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have agreed Michael Olise will stay this summer. Despite Madrid admiration and Olise’s standout World Cup, Bayern are unwilling to negotiate in this window.
Vinicius Jr apologises after Brazil’s 1-2 World Cup exit to Norway, saying ‘the feeling of frustration is overwhelming’. The Real Madrid winger scored four goals and now focuses on Mourinho’s pre-season.
Bernabeu’s 2030 World Cup final hopes face threat as Morocco, backed by Gianni Infantino, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, push Hassan II Stadium with 115,000 capacity over Madrid’s 85,000. Decision pending.
Eduardo Camavinga returns to Valdebebas ahead of schedule for individual work, aiming to impress Jose Mourinho after a poor, injury-hit 2025/26 and win back his Real Madrid starting spot.
Real Madrid’s Thibaut Courtois suffers a thigh issue and goes off on 71 minutes as Belgium lose 2-1 to Spain. Senne Lammens spills late shot before Mikel Merino’s winner. Courtois had made four saves.
Real Madrid players reach 17 goals at the 2026 World Cup, a record for a Spanish club. Mbappe leads with eight, Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham have four each, with Arda Güler also scoring.
Adidas leak: Real Madrid 26-27 EQT retro range adds a purple jersey with tonal stripes, black-white shoulder panels and V-neck, plus black track pants with matching geometric details. Late 26-27 launch.
