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Real Madrid Win Race for Argentina Teen Star Mastantuono

Franco Mastantuono (River Plate)
August 14, 2025

Real Madrid have secured the signing of 17-year-old River Plate prodigy Franco Mastantuono on a six-year contract, beating Chelsea, Manchester United, and PSG to the in-demand attacking midfielder, who joins after the Club World Cup.
River Plate initially wanted to keep Mastantuono until end-2025, but agreed to release him after the Club World Cup. The Argentina youth international, already a senior debutant, will officially join Madrid on his 18th birthday, August 14.

Modric to Join AC Milan After Club World Cup

Luka Modric (Real Madrid > AC Milan)
Move finalised after June’s Club World Cup

Luka Modric will depart Real Madrid after the Club World Cup and join AC Milan. The 38-year-old legend ends a historic stint at Madrid with one last tournament before transitioning to Serie A.
Modric is set for a medical and contract signing with Milan post-tournament. Real Madrid have allowed him to complete the season before confirming the move, making Milan his final European club stop.

Real Madrid Set to Announce Franco Mastantuono Signing

Franco Mastantuono (River Plate)
Announcement expected next week

Real Madrid will sign 17-year-old Argentine star Franco Mastantuono for €45 million from River Plate. He’ll join Los Blancos in August after playing in the Club World Cup for River.
Madrid beat PSG and Manchester United in the race after the player chose them as his top option. He signs a six-year contract and is viewed as a midfield successor to Luka Modric.

Madrid-Benfica Standoff Over Carreras Fee

Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
June 2025

Real Madrid are unwilling to pay the full €50m release clause for Álvaro Carreras, whom they want before the Club World Cup.
Benfica remain firm on the price but are open to negotiating the payment terms. Madrid recently paid €50m for Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth.

Jesús Vallejo Departs Real Madrid After Trophy-Laden Spell

Jesús Vallejo (Real Madrid)
May 2025; contract ends in June

Real Madrid have confirmed that Jesús Vallejo will leave the club when his contract expires this summer. The 27-year-old defender departs after five years and 35 appearances, winning two Champions League titles and a La Liga crown.
Vallejo, used mostly as a squad player, exits as part of Madrid’s defensive overhaul. With Dani Carvajal injured and Trent Alexander-Arnold arriving, Madrid are clearing space and updating their roster ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Trent Alexander-Arnold Joins Real Madrid Ahead of Club World Cup

Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool > Real Madrid)
Deal confirmed, debut expected June 18

Real Madrid have signed Trent Alexander-Arnold for €10 million ahead of his contract expiry, allowing him to play in the Club World Cup. He joins on a six-year deal after leaving Liverpool.
Madrid fast-tracked the transfer to aid team integration and bolster their defense following Dani Carvajal’s injury. Alexander-Arnold reunites with Jude Bellingham, boosting Madrid’s right flank for the new season.

Carreras Nearing Real Madrid Return for Club World Cup Push

Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
Summer 2025, ahead of Club World Cup

Real Madrid are closing in on signing Álvaro Carreras from Benfica, aiming to include him in their squad for next month’s Club World Cup in the U.S.
Madrid are ready to activate the 22-year-old left-back’s €50m release clause. Carreras, a former Real academy product, is keen to return after leaving for Manchester United in 2020 and later joining Benfica.

Ancelotti Departs Real Madrid After Trophy-Laden Spell

Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid > Brazil National Team)
Effective May 26, 2025

Real Madrid have confirmed the departure of head coach Carlo Ancelotti, who will take over as Brazil’s national team manager.
Ancelotti leaves after a decorated six-season spell, winning 15 major titles including three Champions Leagues and two LaLiga titles. Xabi Alonso is expected to succeed him.

Luka Modrić to Leave Real Madrid After Club World Cup

Luka Modrić (Real Madrid)
June 2025 (post-Club World Cup)

Real Madrid icon Luka Modrić will depart the club this summer following the Club World Cup in the U.S. He leaves as the most decorated player in Madrid history with 28 trophies over 13 seasons.
Modrić, 39, confirmed his decision in an emotional message, stating Saturday’s LaLiga finale will be his last at the Santiago Bernabéu. Despite reduced minutes, he played 34 league games this season. He’ll exit having won six Champions Leagues and the 2018 Ballon d’Or. Madrid president Florentino Pérez hailed him as a “unique and exemplary footballer.”

Special Transfer Window Opens Ahead of Club World Cup

All 20 Football Associations of Club World Cup teams
June 1–10, 2025

A special transfer window will open for all 20 Football Associations involved in the 32-team Club World Cup, allowing clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea to buy and sell players during that period.
The window, agreed to by participating nations, is designed to facilitate squad changes ahead of the tournament. Deals like Dean Huijsen’s £50m move from Bournemouth to Real Madrid are already being finalized under this provision.

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