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Arda Guler faces a key season at Real Madrid in the 2025/26 campaign as questions remain over his long term future at the club. Los Blancos completed a dramatic swoop to beat Barcelona to the signing of the Turkey international back in June 2023.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 3

Mikel Arteta answers Real Madrid question on William Saliba

Real Madrid could be blocked in their move for Arsenal star William Saliba ahead of a 2025 squad revamp in the Spanish capital. Changes are incoming in Madrid ahead of the 2025/26, season, with Carlo Ancelotti expected to move on at the end of the current campaign, as Xabi Alonso waits to take charge.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 3

Manchester United join race to sign Barcelona and Real Madrid target

Manchester United are looking to steal a defender away from under the noses of Barcelona and Real Madrid, according to reports coming out of Germany. In the coming weeks, the future of Jonathan Tah should be decided.

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Soccer News / Football Espana / May 3

Jude Bellingham survives injury scare – but Real Madrid teammate ruled out vs Celta Vigo

Real Madrid have received mixed news ahead of Sunday’s must-win La Liga fixture against Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabeu. They will be able to count on one key player, but another has been ruled out.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 3

Xabi Alonso to hand Real Madrid star more playing time next season

A new era will begin at Real Madrid this summer, and for some players, the expected arrival of Xabi Alonso is wonderful news. And someone that falls into this category is Arda Guler.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 3

Real Madrid to face no obstacles in appointing new manager

Real Madrid have had a disappointing season, and as a result, Carlo Ancelotti is expected to lose his job in the summer. His replacement has already been lined up, and barring any last-minute setbacks, the process of handing over the baton should be relatively smooth.

Jonathan Tah News / ESPN / May 2

Transfer rumors, news: Man United look to steal Tah off Barcelona

Manchester United are making a move to sign Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen just when Barcelona thought a deal was done. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 2

Bayer Leverkusen line up former Man United boss as Xabi Alonso replacement

Bayer Leverkusen are pushing ahead with their plan to replace Real Madrid-bound Xabi Alonso at the end of the season. Los Blancos are looking to accelerate talks with the Basque coach’s representatives in the coming weeks as they aim to tie up a deal to bring him back to Madrid as Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 2

Real Madrid eye former star as cut-price option in 2025 transfer window

Changes are expected at Real Madrid this summer with new faces on course to arrive in the Spanish capital. Carlo Ancelotti remains likely to move on, with the Italian under huge pressure, alongside ongoing links to the Brazil national team job.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 2

Outgoing La Liga boss not considering offer from Portuguese giants

Real Sociedad boss Imanol Alguacil will leave the club at the end of 2024/25 season with B team head coach Sergio Francisco stepping up. La Real have opted for a change after Alguacil’s charges were knocked out of the UEFA Europa League and lost out to Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi finals.

Florian Wirtz News / Football Espana / May 2

Real Madrid handed shock boost in Florian Wirtz transfer race

Real Madrid could be given an unexpected helping hand by Bayer Leverkusen in the summer transfer race for Florian Wirtz. The two clubs are expecting plenty of crossover in the coming weeks as Real Madrid plan for the 2025/26 season.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 2

Premier League trio chase Real Madrid star as exit talks step up

Real Madrid are reportedly considering a shock move to sell Rodrygo Goes this summer if an acceptable offer comes in. The Brazil international has netted 14 goals across all competitions so far this season, and he remains first choice for Carlo Ancelotti, but he is rumoured to be frustrated with his level of prominence.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Total Apex Sports / May 2

Barcelona Agrees To €40 Million Fee For Former Defender

Barcelona may be gearing up for one of the most emotional returns of the summer transfer window. Reports from Sky Sports Germany suggest the club is closing in on a deal to re-sign Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer Leverkusen.

Jonathan Tah News / Football Espana / May 2

Bayern Munich to make fresh move for Barcelona and Real Madrid target

Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah decided last year that he would not be renewing his deal with the club, but now with a little under two months before his contract expires, has little clarity on his future.

Carlo Ancelotti News / Football Espana / May 1

Carlo Ancelotti exit date depends on outcome of one Real Madrid match

Carlo Ancelotti appears destined to leave Real Madrid this summer, but at this stage, the exact date of his departure is unknown. He has been strongly linked with taking over as the next head coach of Brazil once he leaves the Santiago Bernabeu, although that move was thrown into doubt earlier this week.

Florian Wirtz News / ESPN / May 1

Transfer rumors, news: Leverkusen want Wirtz to Man City, Real Madrid over Bayern

Bayer Leverkusen are desperate for Florian Wirtz to move to Manchester City or Real Madrid over Bayern. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / May 1

‘Actively Considering’: Manchester United to Rival La Liga Giants for Experienced Bundesliga Defender

Manchester United are currently looking to end their 2024/25 campaign on a high note by not only clinching the UEFA Europa League title but by also strengthening their squad ahead of next season.

Jurgen Klopp News / Total Apex Sports / May 1

3 Reasons Jurgen Klopp Is the Right Fit For Real Madrid

Regarding Real Madrid, hiring the next manager is never just an easy routine decision. It is a turning point. As Carlo Ancelotti was all prepared to take over the Brazilian national team, his move collapsed due to Los Blancos not allowing it.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / May 1

Florentino Perez will not stand in the way of Carlo Ancelotti move to Brazil

Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil seemed like the perfect triangle of convenience until this week, when negotiations reportedly hit the rocks between the Italian and the Selecao.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Extratime Talk / April 30

Carlo Ancelotti’s Uncertain Future: Real Madrid, Brazil, or a New Chapter?

Carlo Ancelotti’s future at Real Madrid has become the subject of intense speculation, with recent developments adding layers of complexity to the narrative.

Xabi Alonso News / Caught Offside / April 30

Xabi Alonso includes Arsenal star on list of three names he wants Real Madrid to sign

Xabi Alonso continues to be strongly linked with the Real Madrid job, and he’s even reportedly identified some transfer targets for the club already. The Spanish tactician is still manager of Bayer Leverkusen, but it seems inevitable that he’ll move to a bigger club soon after the tremendous job he’s done there.

Carlo Ancelotti News / Athlon Sports / April 29