The 2026 summer transfer window is set to be a transformative period for Real Madrid as the club looks to address several key areas within the squad.
Currently, the board is prioritizing the acquisition of a top-tier midfielder alongside one or two new central defenders, depending on how the next few months unfold.
While arrivals are expected, several departures are also on the horizon.
David Alaba is already rumored to be leaving, while the long-term status of veterans like Antonio Rudiger and Dani Carvajal remains unclear.
Real Madrid Considering Sales of Three Fringe Players to Boost Budget
According to recent reports from Rodra at ESPN, Dani Ceballos, Fran Garcia, and Brahim Diaz have been identified as players who could be sold to generate essential transfer funds.
Since none of these three are consistent starters, the club may sacrifice them to balance the books and make room for incoming talent.
Dani Ceballos has been linked with a move away for quite some time.
Although he nearly left on loan last summer before deciding to stay, he has struggled for playing time under both Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa.
Despite being open to a departure in January, no deal materialized, making a summer exit highly probable.
Fran Garcia finds himself in a difficult position as well, currently sitting as the fourth-choice left-back behind Alvaro Carreras, Ferland Mendy, and Eduardo Camavinga.
A loan move to Bournemouth was blocked by the club in January, but Real Madrid is now expected to listen to permanent offers for him once the season ends.
Brahim Diaz has been a reliable and versatile asset for the squad, yet his future is also under threat.
With the anticipated return of Nico Paz and the club’s continued investment in Franco Mastantuono, the Moroccan international may become surplus to requirements.
Given the existing interest from Premier League clubs, Brahim could command a significant transfer fee that would further bolster the club’s summer budget.
