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The top-10 French players with the highest amount of goals in a single season in the 21st century.

u/SwimmingFireMen — 20 hours ago

Rodrygo | The Guardian: Rodrygo is a Brazil international footballer who plays for Real Madrid. He will be writing columns for the Guardian during the 2026 World Cup.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 23 hours ago
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[José Félix Díaz] Seeing the performance of Real Madrid's biggest stars at the World Cup, those at Valdebebas (club's office) are asking themselves time and again what could have happened during the last two seasons to prevent them from performing the same way.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 24 hours ago
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Gareth Bale on any regrets: "I probably would have enjoyed the big moments a bit more while I was in them. You are always thinking about the next game, the next trophy or the next challenge. Looking back, I wish I had taken a few more seconds to really appreciate what was happening."

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 2 days ago
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The €100M+ club: Every player ever sold for more than €100M in the history so far.

u/SwimmingFireMen — 2 days ago
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Enzo posts a mysterious message with a white heart: The Argentine appears on social media amidst the commotion surrounding his possible move to Real Madrid. “My God, you always keep your promises and you do everything with love, You are always near to those who call on you sincerely.” he writes.

Enzo Fernández has appeared, albeit mysteriously, amidst current events that place him in Real Madrid 's orbit for this summer, following an interview with his agent, Javier Pastore , in this same newspaper acknowledging that it is a real possibility.

Through an Instagram message , just hours before playing against Cape Verde in the World Cup , and with the echo of Real Madrid 's statement still in effect saying that there had been no negotiations for the Chelsea midfielder , Enzo used a fragment of the Bible with a white heart and a finger pointing at it.

“My God, you always keep your promises and do everything with love. You are always near to those who call on you sincerely. Psalms 145:17-18 TLA,” he reflected in the mysterious message.Enzo Fernández has appeared, albeit mysteriously, amidst current events that place him in Real Madrid 's orbit for this summer, following an interview with his agent, Javier Pastore , in this same newspaper acknowledging that it is a real possibility.

Through an Instagram message , just hours before playing against Cape Verde in the World Cup , and with the echo of Real Madrid 's statement still in effect saying that there had been no negotiations for the Chelsea midfielder , Enzo used a fragment of the Bible with a white heart and a finger pointing at it.

“My God, you always keep your promises and do everything with love. You are always near to those who call on you sincerely. Psalms 145:17-18 TLA,” he reflected in the mysterious message.

Social Media Post

Enzo has recently been linked with Real Madrid , as he's a player who fits the bill and needs to leave the London club after their elimination from European competitions. Chelsea are aware of Enzo 's desire to leave, and Real Madrid are among the clubs interested in signing him. The message on social media, while difficult to decipher, seems to be a hint at a possible move to the Bernabéu .

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 2 days ago
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Olise and Enzo: two comunicado statements... and a 'subtle' difference: In the case of Enzo, Real Madrid is ruling out any possibility of a potential signing in the immediate future; in the case of Olise, it emphasizes that any possible operation would start with institutional contact with Bayern.

n both cases, Real Madrid emphasizes its excellent institutional relations with both clubs . This is one of the main reasons why the club issues these official statements. The other is, obviously, to prevent the frustration of its own fans should the signings of the players in question ultimately not materialize. 

At this point, it's clear that there has been a change in the club's communication policy following the recent elections. Real Madrid wants to nip all speculation in the bud, both out of respect for the clubs involved and for its own fans , whom it doesn't want to 'disappoint' by failing to meet the expectations created by the media or, in Enzo's case, by the player's own agent . 

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 3 days ago
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Javier Pastore (Enzo Fernández's agent): “Real Madrid likes Enzo, and he likes Real Madrid. Now we just have to wait a little while.”

There's been a lot of talk about Enzo's future for quite some time, and we mustn't forget that he's at Chelsea, a club that buys and sells easily, right?

It's a club that often buys a lot of young talent and gives them playing time in the Premier League, as happened with Enzo. Everyone has their own process and path to follow. He's done very well at Chelsea. He's won titles in three and a half years. He's very happy, but there comes a time when you have to follow the player's path, and if he demands things the club can't provide, you have to find solutions.

Are solutions being sought yet?

Yes, but I've also tried to put everything on hold right now because there's so much at stake in the World Cup. Enzo needs to enjoy it, but his mind is all over the place. There's so much news and stuff on social media and streaming services that he shouldn't be listening to. Right now, I prefer that he's focused on trying to win another World Cup. There will be time to talk later.

But Enzo cost a lot of money…

They all cost a lot. If you look at the transfers in recent days, they're all around 90 or 100 million euros. Player prices are very high, and his is certainly very high too, but that's because of what he's shown, how he's grown, and what he's achieved over these years. That's why he's worth that much. Some clubs will be able to afford him, while others will find it a bit more difficult. We'll be available and working to try and reach an agreement.

And Real Madrid is one of them, isn't it?

Yes, Real Madrid has been linked with him. Real Madrid likes the best players, and Enzo has been one of the best this year. He's a player Real Madrid likes, and he likes Real Madrid, as well as other clubs in the league. Now we just have to wait a little while.

You can't deny that Enzo has looked very happy in Madrid, during his visits to the Spanish capital.

You all look for him a lot, and of course he's happy, but he's also happy in London, because a player performs best when he's happy where he is, and Enzo has been happy in the English capital. He's come to see me a lot and to meet up with friends he has playing in Spain, specifically at Atlético. Of course he likes Madrid, but he also likes London. Let's not forget that. We've had to talk several times throughout the year, and that's why he's come to Madrid on many occasions.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 4 days ago

Álvaro Rodríguez to Bournemouth: Real Madrid receives 12.5 million! The deal is worth approximately €25 million plus €5 million in add-ons. Real Madrid will receive half for 50% of the player's rights.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 4 days ago
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Football clubs with the players who won the most amount of MOTMs in the World Cup so far

u/SwimmingFireMen — 4 days ago
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Herbert Hainer, Bayern Munich's president responds to rumors linking Michael Olise with Real Madrid: "Florentino Pérez can save himself the offer for Olise, we don't want to sell. He is a Bayern Munich player and has a long-term contract. And we are not a selling club."

"As I've said before, if Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has an offer in mind, he can save himself the trouble because we don't want to sell Michael Oise," Herbert Hainer made clear

The Bayern Munich manager emphasized that "as Bayern Munich, we have a very good relationship with Real Madrid and, as a result, they contacted me to say that, firstly, they have absolutely no contact with Michael Olise and, secondly, they do not want these constant speculations in the media."

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 5 days ago
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[Simon Jones] Manchester United pushed hard to sign Mateus Fernandes but there is a firm belief they will only buy players at the right valuation and players who really want to play for the club. The Portugal international's preference remained open throughout the process of negotiation.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 6 days ago
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Real Madrid have started working on signing Alessandro Bastoni. The relationship between Inter and Madrid is excellent. The player wants to join the club. For now, he awaits confirmation of a deal that could be finalized for around €60 million.

A week after the season ended, the Italian defender's situation has shifted dramatically, to the point where he's become one of Mourinho's top choices to bolster a defense that's far from settled. When Bastoni first spoke with Barcelona, ​​nobody imagined or even considered the possibility of the Portuguese manager returning to Real Madrid. Now the situation is very different, and the center-back has put everything on hold to wear the white shirt.

The Italian international already knows firsthand that Real Madrid wants to sign him , but he also knows that the potential transfer won't be finalized anytime soon. The situation is changing almost daily. The latest development has been Schlotterbeck's injury , which, although less serious than initially feared, has ruled him out of contention for a move to the Bernabéu. The Inter Milan defender is aware of this and accepts that the story isn't over yet and that he must wait.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 6 days ago

Estimating Real Madrid's transfer budget for the upcoming summer transfer 2026/27 using budgeted figures.

Real Madrid Operating Cash Budget (2026/27)

Financial Position

Item Amount
Current Net Debt ~€0M*
Budgeted Operating Cash Flow +€250M

> Note: Excluding the long-term Santiago Bernabéu financing. Annual repayments are expected to be capped at approximately €66M over the next 30–35 years once the current moratorium on approximately €370M of the loan expires.


Incoming Transfers

Player Transfer / Release Salary Signing Bonus Agent Fees
Konaté €0M €20M €20M €5M
Bernardo €0M €12M €10M €5M
Cucurella €55M €12M €10M €5M
Dumfries €20M (Release Clause) €12M €10M €5M
Mourinho €15M (Release Clause) €12M €0M €0M

Summary

Item Amount
Total Wage Increase €68M
Total Cash Outlay €160M

Outgoing Transfers

Player Transfer Income Salary Saved
Alaba Free €22.5M
Ceballos Free €12M
Carvajal Free €12M
Asencio €10M €6M
Fran García €10M €6M
Muñoz €20M
Martín €2.5M
Nico Paz €60M
Xabi Alonso Free €12M
Palacios €2.5M
Ángel €2.5M
Cestero €2.5M

Summary

Item Amount
Total Wage Savings €70M
Total Transfer Income €110M

Overall Budget Impact

Item Amount
Operating Cash Flow +€250M
Transfer Spending -€160M
Transfer Income +€110M
Net Cash Position Change +€200M
Wage Position Approximately Neutral (+€68M vs -€70M)
Stadium Loan Repayment -€50M
Remaining Cash Available ~€150M

Conclusion

After accounting for transfer activity, wage changes, and stadium loan repayments, Real Madrid would still have approximately €150M in available cash before taking on any additional financial debt.

That should comfortably allow the club to finance a move for Alessandro Bastoni (approximately €80M transfer fee + €20M annual wages).

However, funding another marquee midfield signing would likely require a significant departure, with the most realistic options being:

  • Eduardo Camavinga (~€60M transfer fee)
  • Aurélien Tchouaméni (~€120M transfer fee)

Overall, the projected financial position remains very strong and provides considerable flexibility in the transfer market.

Source: RealMadrid, SwissRamble (reading the financial reports of the club)

u/SwimmingFireMen — 6 days ago
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Real Madrid launches a fund raising campaign with Red Cross to support those affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela with a donation of €1 million. Likewise, the president of Real Madrid, Florentino Pérez, will also contribute with a donation of €1 million.

>From Real Madrid we want to show all our support, affection and solidarity with the Venezuelan people in these difficult times.

>Donations can be made through the following link:  https://cercadeti.cruzroja.es/fundacionrealmadridvenezuela 

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 7 days ago
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Cristiano Ronaldo consoles Rodrygo recovering from ACL injury: "You need to be patient, everything will go well..."

u/SwimmingFireMen — 8 days ago
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Jude Bellingham on the difference in his performances between club and nation: "At Real Madrid I played differently, a bit deeper. With England I’m a number 10 or even a slightly more advanced number 8. I don’t care where I play on the field, the position. I always want to play well for my team."

Regarding the match : “In the second half we were more clinical in what we were doing. I think that, of course, in my game, it's a responsibility for me to take things to another level. I think everyone was going all out.”

On Harry Kane : “I’ve built a good relationship with Harry over the last four or five years, especially after Qatar. We’re playing very well together and it’s an honor to play with him. He’s the greatest England player of all time. He’s the one who shows up more than anyone else, any England player. He’s quite easy to play with, he’s simply incredible. We have no doubts about him at all wherever he’s involved; he makes the difference, like today.”

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 8 days ago
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Florentino Pérez is looking for a partner to monetize the global community of Real Madrid fans. The aim is for a specific alliance, through a subsidiary, with a technology partner that would allow them to scale their capacity to turn the Real Madrid fan base into a platform for recurring revenue.

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u/SwimmingFireMen — 9 days ago
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[SwissRamble] Operating Profit/(Loss) of the Premier League clubs in the last decade of financial results.

u/SwimmingFireMen — 10 days ago