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Real Madrid's Fede Valverde Still Believes It's a Dream to Achieve Club Honor

The 2025-26 season is around two weeks away for Real Madrid, with the players starting pre-season training this past week. Midfielder Fede Valverde played more games than any other player for the club last season, an astounding 65 games.

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Nico Paz’s Premier League exit blocked as Real Madrid stand by

Serie A side Como will fight all the way to prevent losing Nico Paz before the end of the summer transfer window. The highly rated Paz was linked with a potential return to Real Madrid last month, as part of Xabi Alonso’s ongoing squad rebuild in the Spanish capital, but he opted against an offer.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / August 7

Real Madrid confirm quickfire friendly with local rivals

Real Madrid are back in preseason training ahead of the start of the 2025/26 La Liga campaign for Xabi Alonso’s team. Los Blancos signed off on the extended 2024/25 season with defeat to PSG in FIFA Club World Cup semi finals.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / August 6

'He says things…' – Real Madrid summer signing talks up Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid are gearing up for the start of the 2025-26 campaign , which kicks off for them against Osasuna in less than two weeks’ time. Preparations have been far from ideal due to their involvement at the Club World Cup, which has meant a shortened pre-season schedule for Xabi Alonso’s squad.

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Arda Guler News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 6

Real Madrid's Arda Guler Goes Through Summer Transformation Ready for New Season

It seems a long time since Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler signed from Fenerbahce. It was in the summer transfer window of 2023 that the young Turk made the move to the Spanish capital at just 18, signing a six-year contract at the club.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / August 6

LaLiga's top 2025-26 kits: Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atlético, more

LaLiga returns next week (stream every match live on ESPN+). What finer way to celebrate than to peruse the best kits that Spain's clubs have to offer?

Florentino Perez News / Football Espana / August 6

La Liga President goes off at Real Madrid’s Florentino Perez with 5am rant

Real Madrid and La Liga President Javier Tebas have renewed their battle lines once more, with the competition set to get underway in just nine days. Los Blancos have again taken shots at the institution via their TV channel, while Tebas has taken to social media with numerous references to his opposite number Florentino Perez.

Xabi Alonso News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 5

Real Madrid Head Coach Xabi Alonso Huge Fan of Portuguese Star (Report)

If rumors are to be believed, Real Madrid is still interested in bringing in a midfielder this summer. However, with the money spent and not much income from transfers, a deal looks very unlikely to happen for Los Blancos.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 5

Javier Tebas Posts Long Statement Regarding Accusations of Rule Bending From RMTV

La Liga president Javier Tebas has taken to his X account once again, this time to fire back at more accusations from Real Madrid TV. However, his main target was jurist Miguel García Caba, whose recent comments were quoted by RMTV and written up by Spanish outlet Marca.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 5

Real Madrid agree contract terms with 21-year-old sensation

Real Madrid are not planning to sign any more players at this time, which is why focus is being put on what they already have. Some of their first team stars have been tipped for an exit in the coming weeks, but one of those that will not be leaving is Gonzalo Garcia.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 5

Why Gonzalo Garcia Should Be Real Madrid’s New Number Nine

It has been a busy summer for Real Madrid. Los Blancos have replenished their defensive core with Dean Huijsen, Alvaro Carreras, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, whilst they’ve also added Franco Mastantuono to the mix, spending a total of €167.5m on new signings.

Lucas Vazquez News / Football Espana / August 4

Real Madrid veteran becomes a target for La Liga side

Free agent Lucas Vazquez remains without a club after having left Real Madrid this summer, with little news on where he could move. The 34-year-old has spent the vast majority of his career with Los Blancos, and like Nacho Fernandez before him, is now evaluating his next step.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 4

Real Madrid manager set for awkward coexistence with star

Real Madrid star Rodrygo Goes was the obvious departure for Los Blancos this summer, especially if they were to fund extra additions in the transfer market.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 4

Will Real Madrid Sign Any More Players in the Summer Transfer Window? (Report)

Real Madrid have done some excellent business this summer, bringing in four players to the current squad. New head coach Xabi Alonso went straight to work on addressing the defensive positions, with three of the four defenders.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / August 4

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There are several big clubs that regressed in a major way last season. Have these 10 clubs done enough to fix those issues in the offseason?

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Real Madrid Reportedly Would Consider Sale of Rodrygo on One Condition (Report)

The transfer speculation regarding Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has been one of the most talked about subjects off the pitch this summer. The Brazilian has been consistently linked with a move away, with several Premier League clubs a possible destination.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / August 4

Madrid begin preseason 15 days before first game

Real Madrid began preseason training on Monday under new coach Xabi Alonso, just 15 days before the team's first game of the 2025-26 LaLiga campaign.

Ibrahima Konate News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 3

Real Madrid Transfer News: Rodrygo, Reinier, Konate, Díaz & More - August 3, 2025

Real Madrid are looking to make another free transfer move in January, a tactic that has worked well in the past. They are also in talks worth Benfica over the sale of one of their stars.

Vinicius Junior News / Football Espana / August 3

Vinicius Junior warned Real Madrid contract stand off could ‘backfire’

Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior remain blocked over talks for a new deal that could keep the Brazil international at the club long-term. The main issue focuses on the demands reportedly changing on the player’s end with the two parties now no longer in conversations over a possible renewal.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 3

Former Real Madrid Player Issues Warning to Vinicius Jr. Over New Contract

Real Madrid and their superstar forward Vinicius Jr. are said to be still in ongoing discussions over a new contract. Reports suggest that both parties can not agree on the financial side of the new deal, with the Brazilian said to be seeking something similar to what Kylian Mbappe received.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 3

Real Madrid miss out on signing teenage starlet

Real Madrid have made a conscious effort to sign talented young players over the last 12 months, as they aim to improve their options in La Fabrica. However, one starlet that they tried to sign earlier in the summer is now set to miss out on a move to the Santiago Bernabeu.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 3

Real Madrid star responds to transfer interest from Benfica

Real Madrid are focusing on sales for the time being, with Rodrygo Goes, Ferland Mendy and David Alaba said to be leading contenders to depart the Santiago Bernabeu before the end of the summer.

Vinicius Junior News / Football Espana / August 3

Saudi Arabia rule on summer move for Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior

Real Madrid are focusing on sales for the time being, having already added four signings to Xabi Alonso’s squad for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The likes of Rodrygo Goes, Ferland Mendy and David Alaba have been identified as players that the club are open to selling, but the biggest name that has been linked with a move is Vinicius Junior.

Real Madrid News / Extratime Talk / July 31

Kylian Mbappe Inherits Real Madrid’s Iconic No. 10 Shirt Following Modric Exit

Real Madrid has officially bestowed the prestigious number 10 jersey on Kylian Mbappe for the upcoming 2025/26 season. The switch was confirmed on July 29, following the departure of Luka Modric, who had worn the number since the 2017/18 season and left the club in May after thirteen illustrious years in white.

Kylian Mbappe News / Total Apex Sports / July 30

Kylian Mbappe Handed a New Shirt Number

After an individual season of brilliance wearing the No. 9 shirt, Mbappé has now been handed a number that carries deeper meaning, especially in Madrid.