On Monday, June 15, 2026, Real Madrid officially signed Spanish defender Marc Cucurella from FC Chelsea. The club signed a contract with him until 2032, with the player having been described as a desired reinforcement for José Mourinho. Tagesspiegel ↗
Cucurella arrives in Madrid as a Spanish international and European champion. In the German media environment, he is also known for the situation from Euro 2024, when his handball was not penalized. The transfer means the full-back's departure from Chelsea and also represents the first significant step in the rebuilding of Real Madrid's squad. Index.hu ↗
Mourinho's possible return to the Real Madrid bench is also associated with further changes to the team. In recent weeks, the names Denzel Dumfries, Ibrahima Konaté, and Bernardo Silva have been mentioned in connection with the Madrid club. The composition of the coaching staff is also being addressed separately, since according to available information, Mourinho could choose a former player of his as an assistant. eurofotbal.cz ↗
Cucurella's arrival thus fits into the broader movement surrounding Real Madrid ahead of the next season. Further developments will depend on whether the club confirms additional signings and how Mourinho's coaching staff is ultimately formed. teraz.sk ↗
Cucurella transferred from Chelsea to Real Madrid
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