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Real Madrid secured an entertaining 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, July 5, at the MetLife Stadium. Gonzalo Garcia, Fran Garcia, and Kylian Mbappe got on the scoresheet to power Xabi Alonso's team to the semifinal.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo wants Rodrygo Goes to join him in the Middle East this summer. Elsewhere, Los Blancos are interested in a Premier League left-back.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from July 6, 2025.
Cristiano Ronaldo wants Rodrygo Goes at Al-Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo has asked Al-Nassr to make a move for Rodrygo Goes this summer, according to Sky Sports. The Brazilian's future at Real Madrid has been shrouded in doubt of late.
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Rodrygo has struggled for game time under new Los Blancos manager Xabi Alonso, and remains linked with an exit from the Santiago Bernabeu. Arsenal are already eyeing the 24-year-old with interest, but it now appears that Al-Nassr have entered the race on Cristiano Ronaldo's behest.
The Saudi club are eyeing a move for Gabriel Martinelli this summer to shore up their attack. The Portuguese superstar, though, believes that Rodrygo will be better suited for the job. However, it is believed that Rodrygo would prefer to move to the Premier League if he leaves Real Madrid this summer.
Real Madrid eyeing Destiny Udogie
Real Madrid have identified Destiny Udogie as an option to shore up their left-back position, according to The Boy Hotspur. Los Blancos are looking for a new left-back this summer, and remain heavily linked with a move for Alvaro Carreras.
However, prising the Spaniard away from Benfica is proving to be harder than expected. The LaLiga giants have identified Udogie as an alternative, and the Italian could be available for €50-60m. However, Real Madrid will face competition from AC Milan in the race for the 22-year-old.
Franco Mastantuono says goodbye to River Plate
Franco Mastantuono has bid a touching farewell to River Plate ahead of his move to Real Madrid. The Argentine midfielder rose through the ranks at Estadio Monumental, and is all set to move to the Santiago Bernabeu once he turns 18 next month.
Sharing a lengthy message on social media, Mastantuono expressed his gratitude to Los Millonarios.
“With my heart in my hand and many emotions, I want to tell you that I have to take a very important step in my career: a new stage is starting, at another club, in another place, with new challenges,” wrote Mastantuono.
He continued:
“It’s a unique opportunity, one of those that comes along only once in a lifetime, and that every kid who dreams of playing football has longed for since he was a child.”
He added:
"I leave full of gratitude. To the fans, for their unconditional affection. To all the people at the club for training me. To my teammates, for sharing this passion. And to my family, for always being there. River taught me that dreams are pursued with humility, effort and love for the shirt.”
Los Blancos have apparently signed Mastantuono from River Plate for €45m.
