Farewell to Real Madrid: His Move to Chelsea Is Almost Confirmed

This player won’t be heading to the Santiago Bernabéu—he’s set to start a new chapter at Stamford Bridge with Chelsea.

Although the transfer window is officially closed, Real Madrid is already planning for the upcoming summer, which is expected to be pivotal—especially when it comes to strengthening the defense.

Defensive Reinforcements Are a Priority
Carlo Ancelotti and his coaching staff have faced significant defensive issues this season, with key players like Lucas Vázquez, Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, Éder Militão, and Antonio Rüdiger all sidelined. Even the most pessimistic Madridistas couldn’t have predicted such a crisis. This has made defensive reinforcements an urgent priority for the next campaign.

However, Madrid’s scouting department, led by Juni Calafat, continues to monitor talent in other positions as well. Calafat’s expertise has been crucial in identifying rising stars around the world.

Dário Essugo Chooses Chelsea Over Real Madrid
Recently, reports linked Dário Essugo—currently owned by Sporting CP and on loan at UD Las Palmas—with a potential move to the Bernabéu. However, it now seems that the young midfielder is set to join Chelsea instead, with English media suggesting the deal is close to being finalized.

A Missed Opportunity at the Bernabéu
UD Las Palmas faced Real Madrid earlier this year, and club officials were eager to watch Essugo in action. Unfortunately, he missed the match due to suspension, denying Madrid the chance to evaluate him firsthand.

Regardless, what’s clear is that Essugo’s future lies far from Madrid. He’s expected to land in London, where he will embark on a new chapter in his career at Stamford Bridge. It will be interesting to see how his development unfolds in the Premier League in the coming seasons.