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Real Madrid Transfer News: Araujo, Dowman, Rodrygo, Rudiger & More - July 29, 2025

Real Madrid are always one of the first clubs to be linked with the next great talent, and they are monitoring an English Premier League star who is just 15 years old.

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Real Madrid star has future thrown into doubt amid stance on new contract

Real Madrid have overhauled their defence in the last 12 months, and that process is showing no signs of stopping anytime soon. Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Alvaro Carreras have joined in the last couple of months, and more arrivals are planned between now and next summer.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 29

Real Madrid confirm new number for Kylian Mbappe – and one other player

Real Madrid are starting their preparations for the upcoming 2025-26 season, which gets underway in just over two weeks’ time. Four signings have been added to Xabi Alonso’s squad, and while they have all been handed squad numbers (aside from the yet-to-arrive Franco Mastantuono), they are current players that have made a change.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 29

Barcelona President Fearful Star Player Could Join Real Madrid (Report)

Real Madrid are looking to strengthen their defense, despite signing three players already this summer. Xabi Alonso is reportedly looking for another center-back, with Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate and Arsenal's William Saliba are the top two targets.

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Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / July 28

Xabi Alonso unconvinced by Real Madrid defender

Real Madrid had sparked optimism amongst their fanbase at the Club World Cup, but if there is one thing that their heavy defeat against Paris Saint-Germain did do, it was lower expectations for manager Xabi Alonso.

Eder Militao News / Football Espana / July 28

Eder Militao has made it back from two ACL injuries – but can he make it all the way back?

On March 14, 2019, Real Madrid announced the signing of Brazilian center back Éder Militão on a six-year contract, paying a fee of €50m to Porto. After

Soccer News / Football Espana / July 28

Real Madrid dealt body blow in pursuit of top defensive target

The consistent rumours surrounding Ibrahima Konate and William Saliba in Spain are indicators that on some level, there is uncertainty over the current options in Real Madrid’s backline, to avoid the word doubt.

Thibaut Courtois News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 28

Thibaut Courtois Picks Up Jersey of Real Madrid Icon at Soccer Shop in Belgium

Real Madrid players have around a week of rest before heading back to Valdebebas to start training for the new season. Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been spending time with his family, most recently back in his home country of Belgium.

William Saliba News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 28

Real Madrid Transfer News: Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr, Saliba & More - July 28, 2025

Real Madrid are looking to step up their pursuit of a Premier League center-back, but could he be about to sign a new contract at the club? Below are the latest transfer news and rumors surrounding Real Madrid from football publications and websites around the world.

Kylian Mbappe News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 28

Caen Sporting Director Reveals What it's Like Working Alongside Kylian Mbappe

Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé is known for his on-field attributes, but he also has plenty of stuff going on off it. The Frenchman is a shareholder and owner of the French third-division club Caen.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 28

Real Madrid take shock decision to consider offers for second superstar forward

It is no secret that Real Madrid are open to an exit for Brazilian forward Rodrygo Goes this summer, who after the Club World Cup appears to be on the outside looking in, given the lack of game time afforded to him by Xabi Alonso.

Vinicius Junior News / Football Espana / July 28

Real Madrid President has plan for star signing if Vinicius Junior leaves for Saudi Arabia

Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior are a year down the line from Saudi Arabia making a very public attempt to sign the Brazilian, but are no more clear on his future.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / July 28

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Nusa, Fofana if Rodrygo move fails

Liverpool are prioritizing a move for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo but have other options. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Thibaut Courtois News / Football Espana / July 27

Thibaut Courtois doubles down on Real Madrid extension plan

Real Madrid remain confident over a contract extension agreement with veteran goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. The Belgian international remains as a vital part of Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid squad, as the undisputed No.1, despite Carlo Ancelotti’s exit.

Alexander Isak News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 27

Real Madrid Could Afford to Splash Out on Newcastle United's Alexander Isak (Report)

One of the major transfer news stories of the summer is Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak's interest in exploring a move away from the club. Regarded as one of the best players at his position, the Swede looked to be happy at the club, with Champions League football secured for the 2025-26 season.

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Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 27

Real Madrid Reveal the Three Players They are Open to Selling (Report)

Real Madrid have been looking to recoup some of the money they have spent on players this summer by selling. They have generated over $23 million (€20 million) thanks to the sale of several academy players, with a 50% sell-on clause included.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 27

Real Madrid star exiled from squad ahead of imminent exit

Real Madrid are focusing on sales after four first team signings, and a number of players on the chopping block. Rodrygo Goes has been heavily linked with a departure in recent weeks, and one of his fellow Brazilians is even closer to the exit door.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 26

Como make Nico Paz transfer offer to Real Madrid

Serie A side Como are confident of retaining Nico Paz despite Real Madrid’s lingering link to their star man. Paz was linked with a possible return to Madrid last month, as part of Xabi Alonso’s ongoing squad rebuild in the Spanish capital, but he opted against an offer.

Vinicius Junior News / Football Espana / July 26

Vinicius Junior makes ‘Mbappe demand’ as Real Madrid halt contract talks

Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior has reportedly called off his ongoing contract extension talks with the club. The Brazil international remains a crucial part of Xabi Alonso’s squad in the Spanish capital but his future remains as a major taking point.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 26

Real Madrid Transfer News: Saliba, Alaba, Haaland & Vinicius Jr & More - July 26, 2025

The rumors surrounding a possible departure of Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. continues to gain traction. If Real Madrid's star player is sold, the club could line up a move for another superstar from the Premier League.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 26

Arsenal unfazed by Real Madrid interest in superstar player

Real Madrid will look to sign at least one more central defender in the next 12 months, having already brought in Dean Huijsen from AFC Bournemouth. And their leading targets to be that man are also from the Premier League.

William Saliba News / ESPN / July 26

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid not giving up on Arsenal's Saliba

Real Madrid continue to covet William Saliba despite Arsenal's resistance. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 26

Real Madrid want to include two players in €40m deal for Man City’s Rodri Hernandez

Real Madrid cannot make any signings for the time being, but that could change if they sell at least one first team player. And in order to kill two birds with one stone, they could include current stars in a blockbuster deal for dream midfielder target Rodri Hernandez.