Real Madrid: All Transfers Completed in Summer 2026

Real Madrid Transfer Summary Summer 2026

Real Madrid are gearing up for a significant summer following the return of Jose Mourinho as manager and the re-election of Florentino Perez as president. After two seasons without major trophies, Los Blancos appear ready to reshape their squad through active transfer moves.

Incoming Transfers

• Carlos EspiFrom: LevanteFee: 31.4mPosition: ForwardAge: 21Espi’s move to Madrid was decisive despite Premier League interest. After scoring 11 goals in La Liga last season post-Levante's promotion, Madrid triggered his 25m release clause, securing him on a five-year deal.
• Denzel DumfriesFrom: Inter MilanFee: 17.1mPosition: Right-backAge: 30Madrid activated Dumfries’ release clause after five years in Italy. He signed a four-year contract and is expected to challenge Trent Alexander-Arnold for regular playing time.
• Ibrahima KonateFrom: LiverpoolFee: FreePosition: Centre-backAge: 27The pursuit of Konate fluctuated but ended with Madrid confirming his signing on a four-year contract, adding strength to their defense.
• Bernardo SilvaFrom: Manchester CityFee: FreePosition: MidfielderAge: 31After blocking Barcelona’s attempt, Madrid signed Silva as a free agent. Despite his age, he brings quality to midfield on a two-year contract, marking his first experience in La Liga.
• Marc CucurellaFrom: ChelseaFee: 5.8mPosition: Left-backAge: 27Targeting left-back reinforcement, Madrid secured Cucurella from Chelsea. His six-year contract signals faith in his prime years despite a previous stint at Barcelona.

Departures from Real Madrid

• Cesar PalaciosTo: FulhamFee: 8.6mPosition: Attacking midfielderAge: 21Palacios joins Fulham on a five-year contract. Madrid received 0m plus a 30% sell-on clause.
• Gonzalo GarciaTo: FulhamFee: 4mPosition: StrikerAge: 22Garcia moved for 0m with Fulham. Madrid holds a 30% sell-on clause and matching rights on future bids.
• Fran GarciaTo: Real BetisFee: .4mPosition: Left-backAge: 26A former academy product, Garcia transferred for m, with Madrid keeping a 50% sell-on clause.
• Dani CeballosTo: Free agentFee: FreePosition: MidfielderAge: 29After nine years and 215 appearances, Ceballos’ contract expired. Linked back to Betis, he seeks a fresh challenge.
• Dani CarvajalTo: Free agentFee: FreePosition: Right-backAge: 34Carvajal ended over a decade at Madrid, making 451 appearances and winning multiple titles. Released after last season as captain, he plans to continue playing elsewhere.
• David AlabaTo: Free agentFee: FreePosition: DefenderAge: 33Alaba leaves after 132 appearances hampered by injuries. Future club destination remains unknown.

What’s Next for Real Madrid?

Early signings like Cucurella, Silva, and Konate show Madrid moving fast. Talks with Manchester City for Rodri could see a fee over 50m, while links to Bayern’s Michael Olise remain ambitious.

Fulham strengthens further with Palacios and Garcia arrivals. Endrick will return from Lyon, Franco Mastantuono may go on loan, and Victor Valdepenas is set for Fiorentina. Aurelien Tchouameni appears set to stay put.