Real Madrid Rumors & News

90 Min "Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has insisted that Los Blancos respect Kylian Mbappe’s decision to stay with Paris Saint-Germain, even though 'all' the players thought he would join. Mbappe ran down his PSG contract and was widely tipped to make the switch to Real as a..." July 02

Marca.com "Vinicius already has star status and he has earned it. Four years after the player arrived as a promising 18-year-old, he has become an absolute star for Real Madrid. In 10 days, the striker will return to Madrid to focus on the new season, but before that he will sign his new..." July 02

Football 365 "Liverpool have been told by Borussia Dortmund that they will have to pay “at least £103m’ to sign Jude Bellingham next year. Man Utd were interested in Bellingham prior to his £25m move to Borussia Dortmund in 2020. The 19-year-old progressed through..." June 29

The Score "Gareth Bale is taking his talents to Hollywood. The Welsh superstar is headed for Los Angeles FC after he ended a trophy-laden spell with Real Madrid at the end of the European season. Bale confirmed his upcoming move to Major League Soccer with LAFC's..." June 25

Football London "The last time Gareth Bale featured prominently in the USA came in his final summer at Tottenham Hotspur with a huge billboard in New York's Times Square. In July 2013, Bale's image was splashed across the massive 40ft billboard, announcing NBC's coverage of the new Premier..." June 25

Clutch Points "Following his exit from Real Madrid earlier this month, Gareth Bale is now on his way to the MLS. The Welshman, who is preparing for the World Cup this fall with Wales, has signed a deal through 2023 with LAFC, the same club that ex-Italy international and Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini..." June 25

Managing Madrid "Marco Asensio and Dani Ceballos are on their way out of Real Madrid and will likely play elsewhere during the 2022-2023 season, according to a report from MARCA. Both players would like to play meaningful minutes this upcoming season and are aware of the fact that it won’t be..." June 25

BeIN SPORTS "Antonio Rudiger has hailed Real Madrid for their 'unbelievable' Champions League victory – and expressed his delight that they defeated Liverpool. The Germany international has signed a four-year contract with Madrid following the expiration of his deal with Chelsea and..." June 21

Managing Madrid "Paris Saint-Germain tried to convince Vinicius of not signing a contract extension with Real Madrid and offered him a €40 million/year deal as soon as he joined them as a free agent in 2024, according to a report published this Sunday on MARCA. " June 19

90 Min "Real Madrid's famous Santiago Bernabeu stadium will not be completely redeveloped until the start of the 2023/24 season at the earliest due to Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The Bernabeu is currently undergoing a €525m facelift that will see the iconic arena gain a..." June 18

ESPN "Real Madrid's Luka Modric told Mohamed Salah to "try again next time" after Liverpool's Champions League final defeat in Paris, according to Rodrygo. Madrid beat Liverpool 1-0 on May 28 to become European Champions for a record-extending..." June 17

Clutch Points "Real Madrid was long expected to land Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer from PSG when his contract expired in June. Talks of Mbappe making a coveted move to the Spanish capital had been floating around for more than a full year, and all indications suggested it was virtually a done..." June 15

Clutch Points "Real Madrid missed out on the biggest fishes in the transfer market this summer, with Erling Haaland joining Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and Kylian Mbappe shockingly extending his stay at PSG. Despite that, Florentino Perez and Co. aren’t worried about Los Blancos falling..." June 15

The Athletic "“Marco, your situation seems quite clear,” came the question from a reporter covering Spain’s national team last week. “You have two options — sign a new contract with Real Madrid, or find a new club this summer.” Madrid winger Marco..." June 15

Clutch Points "After Real Madrid had reported a surprise interest in young American goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina, the MLS star is now the subject of a transfer bid from another top club. According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea has levied an offer of €10 million ($10.5 million) for the services of the..." June 12

Managing Madrid "Real Madrid have announced the signing of French defensive midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni away from AS Monaco. Tchouameni will be unveiled as a Real Madrid player next Tuesday, when he will also talk to the media. Madrid have reportedly paid €80 million to secure the signing of the..." June 11

Managing Madrid "Real Madrid are considering selling Ferland Mendy this summer if a solid offer comes their way, according to a report published this Saturday on AS. The signing of Antonio Rudiger will move Alaba to the left-back spot, making Mendy more expendable, per that same report. That..." June 11

ESPN "Because I know you visited ESPN.com this morning to do some math, here is a list of numbers for you: 0.29, 0.29, 0.16, 0.16, 0.15, 0.13, 0.13, 0.12, 0.1, 0.09, 0.07, 0.06, 0.05, 0.05, 0.05, 0.04, 0.04, 0.04, 0.04, 0.04, 0.03, 0.03, 0.02, 0.01. Per StatsPerform, that's the xG value of each..." June 09

Clutch Points "As per reports, Real Madrid signed French sensation Aurelien Tchouameni from Monaco. He will arrive this summer for around €80 million, with the potential of the transfer arising to over €100 million with add-ons. After missing out on Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, Real..." June 08

The Athletic "The European champions are not standing still. Weeks after overcoming Liverpool in the Champions League final, Real Madrid have beaten them to the signing of Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni. The 22-year-old is on the cusp of..." June 07

90 Min "Cardiff City are ready to make contract offers to Wales heroes Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey, 90min can confirm. Bale helped his country secure a spot in the 2022 World Cup on Sunday, with his free-kick ending up in the back of the Ukraine net courtesy of a wicked deflection..." June 06

90 Min "Viral images of an alleged bust-up between Brazil teammates Vinicius Junior and Richarlison were simply from an end-of-session joke shared between several members of the squad. Pictures emerged on social media which appeared to depict the two forwards being pulled apart by Dani Alves,..." June 06

Clutch Points "Real Madrid superstar Karim Benzema couldn’t help but smile after hearing Lionel Messi’s endorsement for the Ballon d’Or award. Just recently, Messi shared his belief that there are “no doubts” Benzema deserves to win the Ballon d’Or after..." June 05

ESPN "Wales captain Gareth Bale joked that he has received "loads" of offers from clubs, following confirmation of his exit from Real Madrid. Bale announced in an open letter earlier this week that his nine years at Madrid would be coming to an end..." June 04

ESPN "Fede Valverde kept going to the toilet -- "more times today," he said, "than in my whole life," Dani Ceballos couldn't sleep and even coach Carlo Ancelotti was nervous. Earlier that week, Ancelotti admitted that there's a point in the buildup to games..." June 04

Clutch Points "Real Madrid star Karim Benzema is coming off a magnificent season for his club while also playing a key part for France in Euro 2020 before they suffered a shocking exit at the hands of Switzerland. But, that was his first time back on the national team in more than five years after..." June 04

ESPN "It is now all or nothing for Gareth Bale -- win or bust, it's his "Last Dance." The Wales captain will either realise a lifetime ambition and end a 64-year wait for his country by qualifying for the World Cup on Sunday, or it will be the end of the line for a..." June 03

Bleacher Report "Real Madrid released a statement Friday seeking "answers and explanations" from UEFA about the problems that marred the club's victory over Liverpool in the 2022 Champions League Final last weekend. Los Blancos requested information about the selection of Stade..." June 03

90 Min "UEFA have apologised to match-going fans for the treatment they endured prior to Saturday's Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid at the Stade de France, with European football's governing body set to carry out an investigation. Supporters were roughly dealt..." June 03

Clutch Points "Real Madrid has been heavily linked with a move for emerging star goalie, Gaga Slonina. The 18-year-old American currently plays in the MLS for the Chicago Fire, but Los Blancos have been looming over a potential transfer to secure the services of the future USMNT star. According..." June 02

We Ain't Got No History "After five eventful and trophy-laden years with Chelsea, Antonio Rüdiger has today officially left the club for new challenges at Real Madrid as his club contract comes to an end. Rüdiger signed for Chelsea in summer 2017 under the management of Antonio Conte and..." June 02

ESPN "Up to that point, everything was going perfectly well. Didier Deschamps had welcomed 23 very happy France players to camp on Saturday ahead of four UEFA Nations League games over the next two weeks. There was Kylian Mbappe, who recently shocked the soccer world by extending his stay at Paris..." June 02

World Soccer Talk "Real Madrid’s victory against Liverpool is a record breaker. According to data tabulated by World Soccer Talk, it’s the most-watched UEFA Champions League Final in US history, smashing previous records. On English-language television, CBS averaged 2.761 million viewers. Of..." June 02

ESPN "Gareth Bale has thanked Real Madrid for helping him "create moments that will live forever" in an open letter confirming that he is leaving the club after nine years in Spain. Bale, 32 -- who has featured in just seven Madrid games, starting four of them, in..." June 01

Yardbarker "Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema has been a nominee for the Ballon d'Or nine times, but has never won the award recognizing the best male soccer player of the year. Seven-time winner Lionel Messi says that should change this October. "There are no doubts; it's very clear..." May 31

90 Min "Real Madrid are close to a 'final agreement' with Monaco to sign highly-rated midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni this summer, 90min understands. The French international has long been linked with a move away from Ligue 1 side Monaco, having burst onto the scene with some..." May 31

ESPN "Thibaut Courtois' plaque on Atletico Madrid's "walk of legends" outside the Wanda Metropolitano stadium was removed on Tuesday after fans reacted angrily to the goalkeeper's comments ahead of the Champions League final. Courtois, 30, spent three seasons on..." May 31

Clutch Points "While Real Madrid was ultimately unsuccessful in their pursuit of Kylian Mbappe this summer, they won’t be too down in the dumps considering the club is celebrating its 14th Champions League title. Despite the constant rumors linking Mbappe to Real Madrid this summer..." May 29

The Score "Never rule out Real Madrid in this competition. Exactly eight months after a group-stage defeat to Sheriff Tiraspol seemed to signal the end of an era for the Spanish giants, Carlo Ancelotti's experienced side overcame Liverpool in the Champions League final..." May 29

Clutch Points "There had been rumblings ahead of Saturday’s Champions League Final that Sadio Mane wasn’t long for Liverpool, with Bayern Munich rumored as a likely destination. Well, after the Reds’ shocking 1-0 loss to Real Madrid, Mane has now made a decision on his future with..." May 29

Pro Soccer Talk "Thibaut Courtois sounded like a heavyweight champ after his big-time performance lifted Real Madrid to a 1-0 win over Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League Final on Saturday in Paris. “Today I needed to win a final for my career, for all the hard work to put respect on my name..." May 28

ESPN "A Vinicius Jr. strike helped Real Madrid to a record-14th Champions League title with a 1-0 win over Liverpool in Saturday's final at the Stade de France in Paris. Madrid striker Karim Benzema had a goal controversially disallowed just before half-time, striking home from an..." May 28

Football Italia "Carlo Ancelotti explains why Liverpool were ‘easier to decipher’ tactically than other Champions League rivals, how he bluffed Florentino Perez at Real Madrid and a secret gift Jurgen Klopp gave him while he was at Everton. The Merengues won the Champions League Final..." May 28

Clutch Points "Absolute mayhem appears to be occurring outside the Stade De France just moments before kickoff of the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Reports from BT Sport suggest that French police have begun using teargas on Liverpool fans, including families..." May 28

The Score "Saturday's Champions League final was delayed by 37 minutes because of issues admitting fans into the Stade de France. UEFA said it pushed back the originally scheduled 3 p.m. ET kickoff time to accommodate fans arriving late. It then cited "security reasons"..." May 28

90 Min "Sadio Mane has refused to be drawn on a possible move to Real Madrid after Saturday's Champions League final. The Liverpool man has so far rejected the chance to commit his future to the club beyond Saturday's game, with Bayern Munich continuously pushing..." May 28

The Athletic "“We always had a great laugh listening to the parents of the opposition players,” Carlos Abrantes tells The Athletic. “They used to say that the only way to catch Vinicius was with a motorbike.” Abrantes has had plenty of good times following Vinicius..." May 28

AC Milan Offside "AC Milan left winger Rafael Leao is getting interest from Real Madrid amongst other major clubs following his unreal 2021/22 season. Paris St Germain have also showed interest. Milan are keen to renew his contract until 2027. Paolo Maldini confirmed reports that Leao..." May 28

CBS Sports "Twenty-two players will take the pitch Saturday to start the UEFA Champions League final just outside of Paris in Saint-Denis. Liverpool and Real Madrid boast squads that could field multiple competent sides to compete in the world's biggest leagues. From the Reds'..." May 27

ESPN "On Marcelo's left thigh, just above the knee and hidden until he hitches up his shorts, there is a tattoo. A picture of the European Cup is inked into his skin. Below it are four numbers, four years, four moments when history was made: 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018. There is just about room..." May 27