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Real Madrid Player Close to Contract Agreement After Recent Internal Shift

Real Madrid Player Close to Contract Agreement After Recent Internal Shift

It was a tough weekend for Real Madrid as their loss to Osasuna and Barcelona's win over Levante saw them replaced at the top of the La Liga table. It was the first league defeat since Alvaro Arbeloa took charge, and the first time they have not won a La Liga game in 2026.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / February 23

Benfica's Prestianni suspended for Madrid tie

UEFA has provisionally suspended Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni for Wednesday's Champions League match against Real Madrid following the incident with Vinicius Junior in last week's first leg.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 23

UEFA suspend Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni amid Vinicius Junior racism investigation

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni will not feel the wrath of the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday night in the return leg of their Champions League clash with Real Madrid, after UEFA announced his suspension.

Jude Bellingham News / ESPN / February 23

Sources: Madrid expect April return for Bellingham

Real Madrid are confident that star man Jude Bellingham and centre-back Éder Militão will return to the first team by the start of April, sources told ESPN.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / February 23

Arsenal back on track after big derby win; Real Madrid suffer shock LaLiga loss; more

After a stressful week, Arsenal didn't panic ahead of Sunday's north London derby, and it paid off. Man City also kept the pressure on and Real Madrid fell behind again in LaLiga.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 23

Real Madrid stalwart losing battle to earn new contract

Real Madrid have a number of big decisions to make between now and the summer, especially in regards to contracts. Dani Carvajal, David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger all see their current deals expire at the end of the season, and at this stage, it is very uncertain whether they will be offered the chance to remain at the Bernabeu.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 23

PSG concede defeat to Kylian Mbappe in €61m legal case

Over the last 12 months, Kylian Mbappe has been embroiled in a legal battle with former club Paris Saint-Germain. The 27-year-old has claimed that he is owed unpaid bonuses, and in December, the Preud’homme Court ruled in favour of the Real Madrid striker.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 23

Real Madrid criticised over handling of forward player – 'They are killing him'

Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Osasuna, and despite needing a goal in the closing stages, they did not turn to Franco Mastantuono. The 18-year-old, who signed last summer for a fee of €45m, has not played a single minutes in Los Blancos’ last three matches, which has confused supporters and pundits alike.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 22

Real Madrid make decision on Jose Mourinho return as manager

Real Madrid could be looking for a new manager in the summer, with Alvaro Arbeloa only contracted until the end of the season. While his record, particularly in La Liga, has been good, there is not enough evidence to suggest that he has significantly improved the team since taking over from Xabi Alonso, which could mean that he is replaced.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 22

Confirmed: Real Madrid have buy-back clause for €40m winger that terrorised them during La Liga match

Real Madrid have drawn up plans to re-sign at least two of their La Fabrica graduates during this summer’s transfer window. It’s taken for granted that Nico Paz will return from Como, while Jacobo Ramon could also be brought back from the Serie A side.

Thibaut Courtois News / HITC / February 20
Senne Lammens reveals why Thibaut Courtois stands out from every other keeper in the world

Senne Lammens reveals why Thibaut Courtois stands out from every other keeper in the world

Manchester United’s Senne Lammens has opened up about the impact Real Madrid and Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has had on his early development. Lammens made the move to England in the summer of 2025, joining United from Royal Antwerp.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 20

Alvaro Arbeloa explains Real Madrid improvement, praises Trent Alexander-Arnold

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has explained their improvement in recent weeks and praised Trent Alexander-Arnold for his impact since returning from injury.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 20

'Nothing justifies racism, we can’t let this go unpunished' – Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has responded to comments from former manager Jose Mourinho, explaining that nothing justifies racism. Mourinho shifted the conversation from the alleged racial abuse towards Vinicius Junior from Gianluca Prestianni onto the Brazilian’s celebrations, provoking the crowd in his words.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / February 20

José on Vini, Madrid fallout: 'Hasn't been easy'

José Mourinho admits it has been difficult to cope with the fallout from "every aspect" of Benfica's defeat to Real Madrid.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 20

Carlo Ancelotti on Vinicius Junior – ‘A player has to respect the coach’

Former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has spoken about his relationship with Vinicius Junior, whom he now coaches for the Brazilian national team.

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Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / February 19
Real Madrid eager to move into pole position to sign €40m Tottenham star with 0 appearances

Real Madrid eager to move into pole position to sign €40m Tottenham star with 0 appearances

Real Madrid are reportedly really keen on a potential transfer deal for highly-rated Tottenham wonderkid Luka Vuskovic. The talented young Croatian centre-back has shone on loan in the Bundesliga with Hamburg this season, and is quickly earning comparisons with some of the game’s greats.

Real Madrid News / Extratime Talk / February 19
Anti-Racism Football Protocol: Four Shocking Flaws That Left Vinícius Without Justice

Anti-Racism Football Protocol: Four Shocking Flaws That Left Vinícius Without Justice

The anti-racism football protocol coming into play isn’t something fans want to see on the pitch, yet it has become a recurring nightmare for Real Madrid.

Real Madrid News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / February 18
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé claims Benfica player called Vinícius Jr. a ‘monkey’ 5 times

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé claims Benfica player called Vinícius Jr. a ‘monkey’ 5 times

The UEFA Champions League match day eight turned sour and was filled with controversy when SL Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni was accused of racially abusing Real Madrid forward Vinícius Jr.

Kylian Mbappe News / HITC / February 18
Kylian Mbappe has a message for Vinicius Jr. after Gianluca Prestianni’s controversial moment

Kylian Mbappe has a message for Vinicius Jr. after Gianluca Prestianni’s controversial moment

Kylian Mbappe has fired a message at teammate Vinicius Jr. following the controversy surrounding a heated moment with Gianluca Prestianni during Real Madrid’s recent Champions League win over Benfica.

Real Madrid News / HITC / February 18
Jose Mourinho claims he was given a red card for accusing referee of bias towards Real Madrid

Jose Mourinho claims he was given a red card for accusing referee of bias towards Real Madrid

Jose Mourinho claimed he was shown a red card after accusing the referee of protecting Real Madrid players during their Champions League clash with Benfica.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 17
Transcript: Alvaro Arbeloa Backs Vinicius Jr. After Real Madrid's Loss to Benfica

Transcript: Alvaro Arbeloa Backs Vinicius Jr. After Real Madrid's Loss to Benfica

It was a 1-0 win for Real Madrid against Benfica in the first leg of the Champions League playoff, but it was a game that was unfortunately marred by a reported incident of racism directed at Los Blancos player Vinicius Jr.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 17
Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights as the Defense Shines

Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights as the Defense Shines

Real Madrid will take a slender one-goal lead back to the Bernabeu, thanks to an excellent strike from Vinicius Jr. early in the second half. It was the away team's defense that stole the show, neutralizing the Eagles' attack for most of the game.

Aurelien Tchouameni News / The 4th Official / February 17

Vinicius Jr., Tchouameni And Huijsen Get 8 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Benfica

Real Madrid faced off against Benfica earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a win on the road in their UEFA Champions League playoff first-leg clash.

Vinicius Junior News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Why Is Benfica vs. Real Madrid Paused? Everything That Happened

Why Is Benfica vs. Real Madrid Paused? Everything That Happened

Real Madrid are taking on Benfica in the first leg of the knockout phase playoffs of the Champions League. At halftime, the match finished 0-0, and early in the second half, Real Madrid took the lead.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 17
Real Madrid vs Benfica: Confirmed Starting Lineup Announced for UCL Playoff Clash

Real Madrid vs Benfica: Confirmed Starting Lineup Announced for UCL Playoff Clash

Real Madrid are back in Lisbon for the first leg of the Champions League playoff. They face Benfica, a team that beat them 4-2 just three weeks ago on the same pitch.

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