Real Madrid’s Summer Transfer Window Recap: New Arrivals and Departures
The summer transfer window has concluded, and Real Madrid has been active in reshaping their squad. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the club’s transfer activities:
Incomings (INs):
- Jude Bellingham: Real Madrid made a significant investment, splashing out €103 million to secure the services of the English midfielder.
- Brahim Diaz: The loanee from AC Milan returned to Real Madrid, and his contract was extended by an additional four years.
- Fran Garcia: Real Madrid spent €5 million to bring back the talented defender, who had impressed at Rayo Vallecano.
- Joselu: The 33-year-old striker rejoined Real Madrid from Espanyol, marking his second tenure at the Bernabeu.
- Arda Guler: Real Madrid invested €20 million to acquire the services of the 17-year-old Turkish attacking midfielder, signing him to a six-year contract until June 2029.
- Kepa Arrizabalaga: The goalkeeper arrived at Madrid on loan, serving as an unexpected addition following Thibaut Courtois’ ACL injury.
Outgoings (OUTs):
- Karim Benzema: The French striker departed for the Saudi League, attracted by a lucrative offer.
- Marco Asensio: After his contract expired, the Spaniard chose not to renew and is anticipated to be unveiled by PSG.
- Eden Hazard: Real Madrid mutually terminated his contract with one year remaining, parting ways with the Belgian forward.
- Mariano Diaz: Following the expiration of his contract, the striker left the club.
- Jesus Vallejo: The defender embarked on a loan journey to Granada.
- Reinier: The promising Brazilian midfielder, once hailed as a talent, embarked on a season-long loan to Frosinone.
- Alvaro Odriozola: In the final hours of the transfer window, the defender secured a permanent move to Sociedad. Real Madrid received €1.5 million upfront and another €1.5 million in add-ons for the player.
Real Madrid’s summer transfer window witnessed significant comings and goings, with a focus on reshaping the squad for the upcoming season.