Real Madrid transfer news: Zubimendi agreement, surprise MLS winger and more hero image

Real Madrid transfer news: Zubimendi agreement, surprise MLS winger and more

Los Blancos have reportedly reached a verbal agreement for a key Premier League midfielder while also tracking a teenage talent from the MLS.

Published: 24 Aug 2026 18:52 GMT • 1h ago

The latest transfer rumours surrounding Real Madrid include a surprising new link to an MLS winger, Bryan Zamblé. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 14 possible arrivals and 11 potential exits, with the hottest storyline currently revolving around Rodri. The items below represent the latest news on the most important transfer rumours concerning the club.

Bryan Zamblé

On Monday, it was reported that Real Madrid has started to closely follow Bryan Zamblé, an 18-year-old Ivorian winger currently playing for San Diego FC in Major League Soccer. The Spanish club has reportedly identified Zamblé as a talent to watch for the coming years. He joined the American team in February 2026 on a contract that runs until the end of 2026, with an option to extend for three more seasons. In the current Major League Soccer season, Zamblé has made 8 appearances and scored 2 goals.

Martín Zubimendi

According to El Nacional, Martín Zubimendi has verbally agreed to join Real Madrid from Arsenal as of Sunday. The report adds that Real Madrid is waiting on concrete offers for their midfielder Eduardo Camavinga before proceeding with a transfer for the Arsenal player.

Julián Álvarez

AS reported on Sunday that Julián Álvarez was ready to leave Atletico Madrid to join Real Madrid and had given his agreement to them. However, Atletico Madrid refused to sell the player to their city rivals.

Thiago Pitarch Pinar

On Monday, The Athletic reported that manager Jose Mourinho has instructed Real Madrid to reject any offer for Thiago Pitarch Pinar, as he considers the player part of the first team for this season. This comes after the club rejected an offer from Lille for the youth player a few days ago.

Sergio Martínez Montero

Real Madrid's effort to sign Racing Santander player Sergio Martínez Montero has been made more difficult by competing interest from Bundesliga and Premier League clubs, according to a report from Fabrizio Romano on Sunday.

Nico González

According to a report from El Nacional on Wednesday, Real Madrid have added Manchester City's Nico González to their list of targets. The club is also said to be considering Adam Wharton, following their failure to sign Rodri.

Gilberto Mora

Récord reported on Saturday that Real Madrid is following the evolution of Tijuana's Gilberto Mora, whose value has reportedly increased to 25 million euros. A potential transfer would be possible in the winter market, as the player will need to wait to move abroad until his 18th birthday on October 14, 2026.

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