Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
April 2025
Arsenal are confident they have secured the signing of Martin Zubimendi ahead of Real Madrid, with a €60m deal reportedly close to completion.
Talks began in January and Arsenal now believe the transfer is effectively done. Zubimendi is expected to strengthen the midfield, while Thomas Partey is also negotiating a contract extension.
Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
April 2025
Vinicius Junior is close to signing a new contract with Real Madrid despite already being tied to the club until 2027, per Fabrizio Romano.
The Brazilian forward has delivered 20 goals and 14 assists this season. Real Madrid see him as central to their future as they push for a domestic double despite Champions League exit.
Jürgen Klopp (Liverpool), Xabi Alonso (Bayer Leverkusen), Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
Potential transition by June 2025 (Club World Cup)
Real Madrid are accelerating plans to replace Ancelotti, with Klopp reportedly ready to take charge. Brazil are also pushing to appoint Ancelotti following Madrid’s UCL exit. Xabi Alonso remains a candidate, but would cost Madrid €10m to release from Leverkusen.
Madrid may part ways with Ancelotti before season’s end; Klopp is seen as a strong successor, while Brazil awaits Ancelotti’s availability.
Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
April 2025
Brazil remain hopeful of appointing Carlo Ancelotti as head coach following Real Madrid’s Champions League exit to Arsenal.
Brazilian businessman Diego Fernandes is reportedly acting as a strategic intermediary, leveraging ties with both Ancelotti’s camp and the Brazilian FA (CBF), although he’s not officially affiliated with the federation.
Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
April 2025
Carlo Ancelotti admitted he may have coached his final Champions League game for Real Madrid after their 2-1 loss to Arsenal, which sealed a 5-1 aggregate quarterfinal defeat.
Despite Courtois saving a Saka penalty and Vini Jr. equalizing, Martinelli’s stoppage-time goal ended Madrid’s hopes. Ancelotti said he has no plans to resign but acknowledged that the club could choose to move on before his 2026 contract ends. Courtois noted the lack of a natural striker and urged more team play.
Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth)
When: April 2025
What: Bournemouth will open talks with manager Andoni Iraola after Saturday’s match vs Crystal Palace. Iraola has guided the Cherries to a club joint-record 48 Premier League points, with six games still to play.
How: Club owner Bill Foley wants to reward Iraola for the club’s progress this season. However, the 42-year-old is reportedly being eyed by Tottenham and Real Madrid, increasing the urgency to secure his future.
Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool), William Saliba (Arsenal)
April 2025
Real Madrid are prioritizing the signing of a centre-back this summer and are monitoring Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté and Arsenal’s William Saliba, per Marca. Both players’ contract situations could open the door to negotiations.
Konaté, 25, is a target if he doesn’t extend at Anfield, while Saliba, 24, remains a long-standing interest. Madrid are looking to add depth and youth to their defense, potentially capitalizing on expiring or unsettled contracts.
Luka Modric (Swansea City)
April 2025
Real Madrid legend Luka Modric has become a minority owner of Swansea City, joining a group of American investors as the Championship club looks to raise its global profile and stabilize financially.
Modric, still playing actively for Madrid, said he hopes to contribute off the pitch with his experience. Swansea reported a £15.2M annual loss and remains mid-table with limited Premier League promotion prospects this season.
Jude Bellingham, Antonio Rüdiger (Real Madrid)
April 2025
Jude Bellingham was reportedly involved in a training ground altercation with teammate Antonio Rüdiger after reacting angrily to a strong tackle, just days before Real Madrid’s Champions League quarterfinal second leg against Arsenal.
During training, Rüdiger’s heavy challenge sparked a confrontation that saw both players separated by teammates. Bellingham had been rested for Madrid’s recent La Liga match, as focus shifts to overturning a 3–0 deficit against Arsenal.
Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool) William Saliba (Arsenal)
April 2025
Real Madrid are prioritizing a new centre-back this summer and monitoring Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté and Arsenal’s William Saliba as potential signings, depending on their contract situations.
Konaté could become available if he doesn’t renew at Liverpool, while Saliba remains a long-term target. Madrid aim to bolster their backline by seizing opportunities in the market tied to expiring or stalling contracts.
