Real Madrid's transfer plans continue to generate headlines, with the latest reports linking the club to West Ham's Mateus Fernandes. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 21 possible arrivals and 13 potential exits, with the hottest storyline currently revolving around Enzo Fernández. Below are the latest updates on some of the most important transfer rumours surrounding the club.
Mateus Fernandes
On Sunday, Spanish outlet Defensa Central reported that Real Madrid are considering a move for West Ham United's 21-year-old Portuguese midfielder, Mateus Fernandes. The club is said to be closely monitoring his situation and may have an opportunity to sign him if West Ham is relegated. The report suggests Fernandes has a release clause that would activate upon relegation, making him available for approximately €32 million.
Neil El Aynaoui
AS Roma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui is attracting interest from Real Madrid, according to a report on Saturday. The Spanish club is attentive to his development after a performance for Morocco at AFCON 2025. Real Madrid could reportedly accelerate their pursuit in the coming weeks for El Aynaoui, who is under contract until June 2030.
Adam Wharton
On Saturday, Defensa Central reported that Real Madrid is considering Adam Wharton as the primary candidate to reinforce their midfield and is prepared to pay 70 million euros for him. The report stated that club president Florentino Pérez has established a financial limit that does not exceed 80 million euros for a new midfielder. The same outlet also reported on Saturday that while PSG’s Vitinha remains a top target, the club now ranks the Crystal Palace player at the top of their shortlist for this summer, ahead of Chelsea's Enzo Fernández and Man City's Rodri.
Ibrahima Konaté
On Saturday, Brown told Football Insider that Ibrahima Konate's career at Liverpool is over. The report stated that the club has decided to allow him to leave after contract talks stalled.
Vitinha
According to a report from DefensaCentral on Friday, Vitinha is regarded as a top-tier alternative to Rodri in Real Madrid’s search for a new central player next summer. However, on Tuesday, The Athletic contacted Vitinha's entourage, who stated it is impossible for Paris Saint-Germain to allow his departure after his excellent season.
Micky van de Ven
Spurs boss Thomas Frank on Thursday rejected claims that Micky van de Ven is pushing for a summer transfer exit. Frank said the player is very important for them and is a Tottenham player now and for the future, warning other clubs against attempting to sign the defender, who is rated at £100 million. Also on Thursday, it was reported that in response to interest from Real Madrid, Tottenham have placed a £100 million price tag on the player, a valuation sources suggest is intended to deter most suitors.
Rodri
Rodri's contract at Manchester City concludes in 2027, and the club has presented him with a renewal proposal until 2029. According to a SER report on Thursday, Real Madrid continues to observe Rodri and is monitoring his physical condition. For now, the club is only monitoring him but is attentive in case he becomes available this summer, though they are aware signing him will be difficult. The report suggests an exodus from City could occur if manager Pep Guardiola decides not to continue, which could see Rodri move to Madrid.
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