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Real Madrid suffered a 3-0 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the semifinal of the FIFA Club World Cup, which brought an end to their 2024-25 season. The tournament also marked the start of Xabi Alonso's tenure as Los Blancos manager.
Meanwhile, the LaLiga giants have suffered a setback in their efforts to sign Rodri this summer. Elsewhere, Tottenham Hotspur are interested in a Brazilian forward.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from July 29, 2025.
Real Madrid suffer Rodri blow
Manchester City are working to tie Rodri down to a new deal, according to Fichajes. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner is reportedly highly rated by Real Madrid, who are hoping to prise him away in the near future.
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The LaLiga giants are looking to add a new controller in the middle of the park and have zeroed in on Rodri. The Spaniard could be a fine replacement for Toni Kroos, who retired last summer.
With Luka Modric leaving Los Blancos this summer as a free agent, a move for Rodri makes complete sense. While Real Madrid are well-stocked in midfield, they believe the 29-year-old could further elevate their team.
However, prising him away from the Etihad will be anything but easy. Manchester City consider Rodri an integral part of their team and are unwilling to entertain talks of exit.
The Cityzens have already moved to secure the player's future amid interest from Los Blancos. The English side are planning to extend the Spaniard's stay until 2030. Manchester City are also ready to double his current wages, believed to be around €11m per year, to convince him to stay.
Tottenham Hotspur eyeing Rodrygo Goes
Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a move for Rodrygo Goes this summer, according to TBR Football. The Brazilian is expected to leave Real Madrid this year after falling down the pecking order under Xabi Alonso.
Liverpool and Arsenal were already believed to be in the race, and Spurs have now entered the fray as well. The LaLiga giants are reportedly ready to listen to offers for Rodrygo this summer.
Tottenham Hotspur are looking to add more quality to Thomas Frank's squad and reportedly have the 24-year-old on their agenda. With Rodrygo under contract until 2028, Los Blancos reportedly want £70m (€81m) to let him go.
Spurs have held talks with Rodrygo's camp and want to move for him if Son leaves the club this year. The Brazilian registered 14 goals and 11 assists from 54 games across competitions in the 2024-25 season and is said to be ready to join the English side.
Thibaut Courtois confirms renewal talks with Los Blancos
Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has confirmed that he is in talks to extend his stay at Real Madrid. The Belgian's contract at the Santiago Bernabeu expires at the end of next season.
Speaking recently, as cited by RM4 Arab, the 33-year-old expressed a desire to retire with Los Blancos.
“Renewing my contract? Negotiations are ongoing. I want to stay at Real Madrid for as long as possible. My dream is to retire with them,” Courtois said.
Thibaut Courtois managed 17 clean sheets from 53 games for Los Blancos last season.
