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Real Madrid are entering a new era under head coach Xabi Alonso, who took over following Carlo Ancelotti’s departure to the Brazil national team. Alonso leads the club after a disappointing 2024–25 season in which Real Madrid finished second in La Liga and missed out on major silverware despite high-profile signings like Kylian Mbappé[1][3].

The 2025–26 La Liga season kicks off soon, with Real Madrid’s first five fixtures officially released. The club opens at home against Osasuna, facing a congested schedule due to their participation in the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup. Alonso has just under two months to prepare his team for an ambitious campaign aiming to reclaim the Spanish title from rivals Barcelona[1].

Real Madrid are currently in New Jersey to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals, taking on Borussia Dortmund at MetLife Stadium. The club is striving to restore its reputation on the global stage after last year’s frustrations and remains determined to add another international trophy to its vast collection[5][7].

Transfer activity is robust this summer. Notable signings include Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth for £50 million, brought in to reinforce the defense after his standout Premier League season and recent Spain debut. Huijsen joined in time for the Club World Cup and is under contract until 2030[2][6]. Additionally, Real Madrid secured the services of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, as well as the expected arrival of Franco Mastantuono from River Plate in August. Longtime club captain Luka Modrić and Jesús Vallejo have departed, closing chapters on lengthy Madrid careers[6].

Real Madrid are also involved in ongoing transfer negotiations, with reported interest in Benfica’s Alvaro Carreras and Granada’s Oscar Naasei, as well as an offer made for veteran striker Ante Budimir from Mallorca. Several players, including Rodrygo, Fran García, Ferland Mendy, and David Alaba, could be allowed to leave if they do not feature in Alonso’s long-term plans[4].

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