Florentino's €150M dream: Vitinha
Florentino Pérez will announce Wednesday that Real Madrid's top summer target is PSG midfielder Vitinha, with a reported offer of €150 million on the table (5). Journalist Santi Aouna calls the Portuguese international "the great dream of Real Madrid" (5). This is set to be the marquee signing Pérez promised for the election campaign.
Dumfries can't hide it: 'Of course I'm happy'
Denzel Dumfries is doing a poor job of hiding his excitement about a move to Madrid. After Netherlands' friendly, asked about Real Madrid, the full-back smiled and said: "Of course I am happy" (7). Earlier, he told Dutch media: "I am a happy man" (3). The Inter wing-back looks like he already knows where he's headed.
Julián Álvarez and a second signing close
Real Madrid are closing in on two signings, with the bombshell being Atlético forward Julián Álvarez (8). Details on the second name remain under wraps, but the club is working to get both deals over the line.
Mourinho demands signings on day one
José Mourinho is already applying pressure. The new coach has identified the squad's main weakness and is pushing for an immediate signing to address it (6). Galatasaray are also in the mix for the same unnamed star, but Mourinho wants him in white (4).
Bayern knock Madrid off UEFA's top spot
Bayern Munich have overtaken Real Madrid as UEFA's top-ranked club heading into the 2026/27 season (2). Madrid had held the crown, but the Bavarians' recent European performances have tipped the scales.
Fan reactions
The election buzz has fans split between excitement and unease. A wholesome clip of Brahim Díaz has been doing the rounds, offering a lighter moment amid the transfer frenzy. Meanwhile, Sky Sports' Gary Cotterill was spotted with fresh Real Madrid merchandise from the club shop, which fans found amusing given the timing of all the Mourinho and election news. Join the chatter
