Sissoko signs, joins immediately
Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Sissoko, who will join the squad with immediate effect (1). The move comes early in the summer window as the club begins reshaping the squad ahead of the new season. No further details on contract length or fee were disclosed.
Enzo Fernández deal close
An agreement is reportedly in place between Enzo Fernández and Florentino Pérez, with the Chelsea midfielder "close" to joining Real Madrid (3). The deal would reunite Fernández with the World Cup-winning Argentine core already at the Bernabéu. Nothing signed yet, but the momentum is real.
Cucurella emerges as left-back option
Real Madrid are considering Marc Cucurella as an option for the left-back position (4). The Chelsea defender is exploring his options to leave, and reports from England confirm Madrid, Atlético and Barcelona are all interested. Chelsea will not block a move at the right price.
Courtois succession plan: Jaouen on radar
Stade Reims goalkeeper Ewan Jaouen, 25, has emerged as a potential long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois (2). The reported price tag sits around €25M. Madrid are looking to the future between the posts, even with Courtois still established as the No. 1.
Election controversy as Pérez faces heat
Florentino Pérez is facing criticism over his use of the electoral roll in the ongoing presidential campaign (5). Rival candidate Enrique Riquelme has already made waves with bold pledges, including promises to sign Rodri and Erling Haaland. The off-pitch power struggle is heating up.
Fan reactions
The mood among Madridistas is restless. Rodri's diplomatic comments about Madrid links, "we will see what happens after the World Cup," have fans reading between the lines. Meanwhile, Mbappé's defensive numbers have sparked real debate: his per 90 defensive contributions ranked dead last in La Liga, and some supporters are openly questioning whether benching him should be on the table. The Cucurella rumours are landing well, with many seeing him as a smart, hard-working fit. Rodri thread | Mbappé debate
