Real Madrid will commence their pre-season training on 13 July at their Valdebebas training ground under the guidance of José Mourinho, having cancelled their planned tour of the United States. Instead, the club has arranged a series of friendly matches, including participation in the Teresa Herrera tournament against Deportivo La Coruña, ahead of the La Liga campaign set to begin the weekend of 15 August.
Discussions between Madrid and Mourinho have centered on strengthening the squad, with particular focus on the left-back position. Croatian defender Joško Gvardiol has emerged as a key target, as the club considers reinforcing its options in defense. However, Manchester City have responded by offering Gvardiol an improved contract, including a salary increase, signaling their intent to retain the player. Meanwhile, talks over another defensive prospect, Calafiori, have reportedly made little progress.
Transfer Market Movements and Player Updates
On the transfer front, Real Madrid is prepared to entertain significant offers for midfielders Eduardo Camavinga and Federico Valverde. Camavinga’s market value is estimated at around €50 million, with interest noted from Premier League clubs. Valverde, on the other hand, is expected to command a premium price, with the club only entertaining bids close to €100 million. Despite this, exits for either player are not anticipated in the immediate term.
Forward Gonzalo García finds himself at a crossroads, having received over five proposals to leave the club. While there have been rumors linking him with Como, sources close to the situation, including football journalist Fabrizio Romano, have clarified that no agreement is in place yet. García continues to evaluate his options as the transfer window progresses.
Adding to the squad’s profile, ten Real Madrid players have been called up for the upcoming World Cup, highlighting the club’s significant international presence. The list includes notable stars such as Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Antonio Rüdiger, Thibaut Courtois, Vinícius Jr, Endrick, Valverde, Brahim Díaz, and Arda Güler.