Real Madrid are desperate not to endure a season like 2024–25 again anytime soon, and they’ve been one of the most active clubs at the start of the summer transfer window.
Carlo Ancelotti’s second tenure in the Spanish capital has drawn to a close and an exciting new dawn with Xabi Alonso at the helm beckons. The former midfielder will have the chance to catch a glimpse of his new squad in competitive action at the Club World Cup, which Madrid are desperate to get their hands on.
They’ve splashed the cash to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth and the highly regarded Franco Mastantuono from River Plate, but the most galáctico-like of their new additions is undeniably Trent Alexander-Arnold—even as a right back!
The former Liverpool defender was set to join on a free transfer this summer, but Madrid’s wish to have him available in the United States this summer meant they sent the Reds €10 million (£8.4 million, $11.6 million) to release him from his contract early.
As a result, Madrid supporters will not have to wait long until they see their new number 12 in action for the first time.
