Xabi Alonso

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Gonzalo García

Real Madrid Locks Down Rising Sensation with Record-Breaking €1 Billion Release Clause

Real Madrid have officially announced that promising forward Gonzalo García has penned a fresh long-term deal with the Spanish giants. The 21-year-old featured in several cameo roles during Carlo Ancelotti's tenure last season, but it was his performances under Xabi Alonso at the Club World Cup where Gonzalo

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Drops Stunning Retro Third Kit That Will Define the 2025–26 Season

Real Madrid have officially revealed their highly anticipated third jersey for the 2025–26 season. Supporters have been anxiously waiting to acquire Madrid's new alternative strip since photos surfaced on social platforms during the summer months. Now, seven days before the new La Liga season kicks off, the

Tebas

La Liga Chief Unleashes Furious Pre-Dawn Attack on Real Madrid

La Liga chief Javier Tebas launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid, claiming the club is "attempting to manipulate regulations", in the most recent chapter of the ongoing public dispute between both sides. Tebas and Real Madrid share an extensive history of conflict, with the latest controversy stemming

Rodrygo

Xabi Alonso Reportedly Expresses Concerns Over Rodrygo's Real Madrid Performance

Xabi Alonso remains reportedly "receptive" to the possibility of Rodrygo departing Real Madrid during the summer transfer window as the coach continues evaluating the star forward. Real Madrid recently resumed training following a short vacation period to gear up for the 2025–26 campaign. Along with new acquisition

Brahim Díaz

Real Madrid Fire Back with Counter-Proposal for Brahim Diaz Loan Deal

Real Madrid are said to be working on offering Brahim Díaz an extended contract following Benfica's proposal to secure the adaptable attacker on loan this summer. Díaz has consistently found himself outside the regular starting lineup at Real Madrid. The Moroccan player featured in 51 matches across all

Rodrygo

Rodrygo Shocks Real Madrid with Stunning Transfer Reversal

Amid swirling rumors about his potential departure, Rodrygo is said to be resolute in his desire to stay at Real Madrid this summer and compete for his position under new head coach Xabi Alonso. Questions about his future intensified near the conclusion of the previous campaign following suggestions that Rodrygo

Rodrygo

Rodrygo Breaks Silence on Real Madrid Exit Rumors With Cryptic Six-Word Statement

Following months of transfer rumors throughout the summer, Rodrygo has finally spoken out as Real Madrid prepares for the 2025–26 campaign. The Brazilian winger, who has been connected to Arsenal, Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich during the transfer window, posted vacation pictures on his social media accounts. Rodrygo

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Stuns Fans with Shock Preseason Friendly Reveal

Real Madrid have announced they will participate in a single preseason match this summer, confirming a fixture against Austrian club WSG Tirol scheduled for August 12. The Spanish giants had initially avoided scheduling any summer friendlies after their Club World Cup participation, hoping to postpone their La Liga season opener

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Shocks Fans by Skipping Entire Preseason Schedule This Summer

In contrast to their main competitors Barcelona, Real Madrid have no friendly matches scheduled before the 2025–26 campaign begins. Time is running out before Real Madrid begins their inaugural La Liga season under Xabi Alonso's guidance. The new manager faces mounting pressure to restore the team to

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Abandon Two Club Legends in Bold Push for Liverpool Superstar

Real Madrid allegedly view David Alaba and Antonio Rüdiger as expendable beyond the 2025–26 campaign. Considerable attention has focused on Real Madrid's ambition to launch a fresh chapter under Xabi Alonso, featuring dynamic young talent throughout the squad. The organization ended its relationship with Luka Modrić following

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Must Offload These Four Stars to Reshape Their Squad This Summer

With Real Madrid entering a fresh chapter under Xabi Alonso's leadership, the club is preparing to move on from multiple players who no longer fit their future plans. Judged by Real Madrid's lofty expectations, the 2024–25 campaign represented a catastrophic disappointment. The team failed to

Rodrygo

Real Madrid Slashes Rodrygo's Price Tag as Four Elite Clubs Circle for Transfer Battle

Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to reduce their initial valuation for Rodrygo as the Spanish powerhouse plans a significant summer clearout. Xabi Alonso has received substantial financial support during his opening months at Real Madrid. Only the Premier League triumvirate of Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal can surpass Madrid's

Real Madrid

Exclusive: Real Madrid's Secret Club World Cup Bonus Structure Exposed

Every player in Real Madrid's Club World Cup roster will allegedly receive approximately €280,000 ($330,000) in total compensation for advancing to the semifinals, though this amount represents just a small portion of what they could have earned by capturing the championship. From an organizational perspective, Real

Real Madrid

Real Madrid's Hunt for Toni Kroos' Successor: Four Elite Midfielders Who Could Fill the Void

Following Toni Kroos's retirement in 2024, Real Madrid has been left with a significant gap in their midfield that Xabi Alonso is eager to address. Real Madrid invested heavily this summer to strengthen their defensive line, bringing Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Álvaro Carreras to the Spanish capital.

Gonzalo García

Xabi Alonso Set to Make Crucial Decision on Real Madrid's 'Next Raul' Star

Xabi Alonso's Timeline for Determining Gonzalo Garcia's Real Madrid Destiny Real Madrid will allegedly hold off until their abbreviated preseason concludes before advancing any transfer decisions regarding the highly coveted Gonzalo García. Within less than a sweltering month across America, García transformed from an obscure academy

Rodri

Real Madrid Finalizes Rodri Transfer Decision Following Interest in Mac Allister and Fernandez

Real Madrid's pursuit of a high-profile central midfielder has led them to once again focus on Manchester City's Rodri as their primary objective, according to recent reports. The exits of Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić in back-to-back summers have significantly impacted Madrid's midfield dynamics.

Toni Kroos

Toni Kroos Breaks Silence on Real Madrid's Rocky Patch: "Stop Saying That"

Following Real Madrid's inability to retain their domestic and continental crowns last season, Toni Kroos has shared his thoughts on his former team's current situation. Kroos concluded his time in the famous white jersey in fairy-tale style at the end of the 2023–24 campaign. Real

Vinícius Júnior

Real Madrid Reaches Final Verdict on Vinicius Junior's Contract Future

Contract renewal talks between Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid are reportedly "stalled and uncertain" according to Spanish outlets, though negotiations are anticipated to restart in the coming year. The Brazilian winger's contract situation has attracted significant attention for several months. With two years left on his

Rodrygo

Rodrygo Enters Critical Negotiations With Real Madrid as Future Hangs in Balance

Rodrygo has engaged in discussions with Real Madrid leadership regarding his ambiguous position at the club, according to recent reports. After witnessing his place at the club become questionable near the conclusion of the previous campaign, Rodrygo found playing time limited following Xabi Alonso's appointment as the new

Courtois

Real Madrid Shatters Own Contract Rules to Secure Star Player's Extension

Real Madrid have reportedly secured a contract extension with goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, keeping him at the Santiago Bernabéu through 2027. With Courtois entering his final year under his existing agreement, there had been summer speculation that Los Blancos might begin succession planning with a potential pursuit of Joan García, who

Bellingham

Bellingham Delivers Inspiring Three-Word Message to Real Madrid Faithful Following Surgery

Jude Bellingham concluded his initial message following surgery for a persistent shoulder problem with a three-word hint that Real Madrid fans can hold onto: "See you soon." Exactly how soon that will be is uncertain. Early reports indicate that Bellingham might be out for up to 12 weeks,

Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid Target Manchester City Star While Xabi Alonso Issues Fresh Transfer Ultimatum

Xabi Alonso is reportedly seeking Real Madrid to acquire a central midfielder before the 2025–26 campaign begins, with the new manager having identified a Premier League prospect. Real Madrid's opening six fixtures under Alonso during the FIFA Club World Cup exposed multiple deficiencies that continue to affect

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Makes Move for Xabi Alonso's Top Target at Bayer Leverkusen

Real Madrid have allegedly been presented with an opportunity to acquire Bayer Leverkusen's Piero Hincapié as they continue their defensive restructuring under new manager Xabi Alonso. Following a quiet winter transfer period with no signings, Real Madrid became active in the summer market. The club invested €178 million

Mastantuono

Franco Mastantuono Opens Up: How Xabi Alonso's Persuasion Led to His Real Madrid Dream Move

Xabi Alonso was instrumental in securing Franco Mastantuono's move from River Plate to Real Madrid. Following a disappointing 2024–25 season that concluded without any silverware, Real Madrid entered the transfer market to strengthen their squad under new manager Alonso. The club acquired three defensive additions in Trent

Carreras

Real Madrid Assigns Alvaro Carreras Jersey Number That Carries Dark History

Real Madrid presented newly acquired defender Álvaro Carreras with the club's No. 18 jersey during his official introduction ceremony at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday. Carreras completed his transfer from Benfica over the weekend in a transaction valued at €50 million ($58.3 million), with Madrid having pursued