The departure of Carlo Ancelotti remains likely, the Italian being subject to strong pressure, and links persist with the national team of Brazil.
If Ancelotti leaves, the former midfielder of the Merengues Xabi Alonso is the big favorite to replace him, if an agreement is found with the Bayer Leverkusen.
Real plans Kepa Arrizabalaga
This change will determine the club's transfer policy as the 2025/26 season approaches.
The English international Trent Alexander-Arnold is the only player likely to play an important role with a real Madrid determined to conclude this transfer. A position that could evolve under Alonso or Ancelotti is that of goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois remaining undisputed as number 1.
Andriy Lunin has replaced the injured Belgian international this season, but he would seek to leave. Lunin’s agent Jorge Mendes confirmed that the Ukrainian offers had been rejected in January, but that interest should be rekindled this summer.
Kepa Arrizabalaga towards a return to Real Madrid
Real Madrid will not preclude him, if an acceptable offer reaches him, because the club understands his desire to be the first choice.
With Courtois in place, Real Madrid will not spend much on a replacement goalkeeper, and the former star loaned Kepa Arrizabalaga could be recalled, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Kepa spent the 2023/24 season on loan in Madrid, following a serious injury from Courtois, and Chelsea wishes to separate from him. After a good season on loan in Bournemouth, Andoni Iraola is open to the idea of keeping it at Vitality Stadium, but finances will dictate the continuation of events in Chelsea.
Despite the prospect of a more important role in a permanent transfer to Bournemouth, Real Madrid can offer a higher allowance, Chelsea seeking to inflate its transfer budget thanks to more sales.
