Chelsea have been linked with a surprise move for the Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold. The English full-back joined Real Madrid as a free agent at the start of the season, but his performances have not been up to the mark. He has been criticised for his inconsistent performances, and Chelsea are looking to bring him back to the Premier League.
FC Bayern is a very very big club. It's a dream to play there. But at some point I definitely want to go to Real Madrid. That's my dream club, but that stays between us [laughs]. Of course, Bayern is something very special and it's a lot of fun at the club.
Real Madrid head into the new year with 42 points from 18 league matches, having recorded 13 wins, three draws and two defeats so far this season. Los Blancos closed out 2025 in strong fashion, securing three consecutive victories across all competitions. League wins over Alaves and Sevilla were followed by a 3-2 Copa del Rey success against CF Talavera, restoring confidence after a brief wobble late in the year that saw them relinquish top spot.
The Brazilian is a dynamic attacker capable of operating anywhere across the front three. He will add goals and creativity to the side. He could prove to be an excellent acquisition for all three Premier League clubs. The highly rated attacker has started just seven matches for Real Madrid this season, and he needs to play more often at this stage of his career.
Defending champions Barcelona were Spain's "Christmas champions," heading into the break with a four-point lead at the top of the table despite losing the first Clásico of the season against their bitter rivals 2-1 back in October. Despite turning their stadium into a winter wonderland over the festive period, the Bernabéu has not been a happy place for Real Madrid,
"I would like to clarify recent information that has been circling," he wrote. "I recently underwent a preventative medical procedure, planned in advance with my medical team. The procedure was successful, and I am well. I did not suffer a heart attack. "I am recovering well, and looking forward to returning to full fitness and resuming my professional and personal commitments soon.
Juventus are interested in signing Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid in the January transfer window, according to . The Bianconeri are anticipating the departure of Dusan Vlahovic, leading to the Italian giants' interest in Garcia. Vlahovic is out of contract at Juventus at the end of the season. There is no new contract in place, which means that, as things stand, the Serbia international striker will become a free agent next summer.