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How Real Madrid could line up against Athletic Bilbao
Sports Mole looks at how Real Madrid could line up in Saturday's La Liga clash with Athletic Bilbao.
Aug 10, 12:29
![Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023 Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Real Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 10, 12:16
![Rayo Vallecano's Raul de Tomas celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on May 24, 2023 Rayo Vallecano's Raul de Tomas celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on May 24, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Almeria vs. Rayo Vallecano - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's La Liga clash between Almeria and Rayo Vallecano, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 9, 09:58
![Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi during the lap of appreciation after the match on May 21, 2023 Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi during the lap of appreciation after the match on May 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Rayo Vallecano - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's friendly clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Rayo Vallecano, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 4, 08:52
![Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023 Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Carlo Ancelotti admits to Real Madrid defensive concerns
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says his side must improve defensively if they are to be successful in the new season.
Aug 3, 15:19
![Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023 Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Chelsea 'discussing player-plus-cash deal for Kylian Mbappe'
Chelsea are reportedly in talks over a player-plus-cash deal for Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe as they attempt to beat Real Madrid to his signature.
Jul 30, 17:47
![Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023 Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Carlo Ancelotti hints at no further summer arrivals at Real Madrid
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti hints that the club's transfer business for this summer has now been completed.
Jul 29, 15:09
![Paris St Germain's Kylian Mbappe during training on July 20, 2023 Paris St Germain's Kylian Mbappe during training on July 20, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Joan Laporta unmoved by potential arrival of Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid
Barcelona president Joan Laporta is not concerned by the prospect of Real Madrid signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe.
Jul 29, 08:41
![Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham on June 15, 2023 Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham on June 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Carlo Ancelotti "very happy" with Real Madrid's summer business
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti insists that he is "very happy" with his club's summer transfer business.
Jul 21, 15:38
![Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham on June 15, 2023 Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham on June 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Real Madrid could line up against AC Milan
Sports Mole looks at how Real Madrid could line up in Sunday's pre-season contest with AC Milan.
Jul 21, 09:50
![Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti on May 9, 2023 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti on May 9, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Real Madrid vs. AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's friendly clash between Real Madrid and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 21, 09:21
![Real Madrid and Spain defender Jesus Vallejo pictured in August 2021 Real Madrid and Spain defender Jesus Vallejo pictured in August 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid's Jesus Vallejo returns to Granada on loan
Real Madrid centre-back Jesus Vallejo joins Granada on loan for the 2023-24 campaign following their promotion back to La Liga.
Jul 15, 16:27
![Vinicius Junior celebrates scoring for Real Madrid on May 9, 2023 Vinicius Junior celebrates scoring for Real Madrid on May 9, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Vinicius Junior 'signs new Real Madrid contract'
Vincius Junior reportedly puts pen to paper on a new contract with Real Madrid until 2027, which includes a €1bn (£854.4m) release clause.
Jul 9, 18:02
![Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023 Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Paris Saint-Germain 'believe Kylian Mbappe has already agreed Real Madrid transfer'
Paris Saint-Germain allegedly feel that Kylian Mbappe has already agreed to sign for Real Madrid during the 2024 summer transfer window.
Jul 8, 12:18
![Argentina's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring a disallowed goal on November 22, 2022 Argentina's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring a disallowed goal on November 22, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'considering summer move for Lautaro Martinez'
Real Madrid could move for Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez during this summer's transfer window, according to a report.
Jul 5, 15:19
![Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti looks dejected on April 8, 2023 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti looks dejected on April 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Carlo Ancelotti to become new Brazil head coach next year
Brazil Football Confederation president Ednaldo Rodrigues confirms that Carlo Ancelotti will become the national team's new head coach next year.
Jul 5, 09:40
![Dani Ceballos in action for Real Madrid on August 20, 2022 Dani Ceballos in action for Real Madrid on August 20, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dani Ceballos signs four-year Real Madrid extension
Dani Ceballos puts pen to paper on a new four-year contract at Real Madrid, keeping him at the Bernabeu until 2027.
Jun 23, 11:11
![Real Madrid defender Nacho pictured in May 2022 Real Madrid defender Nacho pictured in May 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid confirm Nacho contract extension
Real Madrid confirm that captain Nacho has signed a one-year contract extension at the club, continuing his 22-year stay in the Spanish capital.
Jun 22, 11:08
![Espanyol's Joselu celebrates scoring their first goal on March 11, 2023 Espanyol's Joselu celebrates scoring their first goal on March 11, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid confirm Joselu loan signing
Real Madrid confirm the signing of Joselu on loan from Espanyol for the 2023-24 season, with an option to make the deal permanent.
Jun 19, 10:04
![Spain's Gavi celebrates scoring their fifth goal on November 23, 2022 Spain's Gavi celebrates scoring their fifth goal on November 23, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Spain could line up against Italy
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Spain could line up for Thursday's UEFA Nations League semi-final against Italy.
Jun 13, 19:55
![Spain's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on March 25, 2023 Spain's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on March 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Spain vs. Italy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Nations League semi-final between Spain and Italy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 13, 16:45
![Real Madrid defender Nacho pictured in May 2022 Real Madrid defender Nacho pictured in May 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Nacho Fernandez confirms Real Madrid contract extension
Real Madrid defender Nacho Fernandez announces that he will sign a new one-year contract with Los Blancos despite interest from the Premier League.
Jun 11, 23:59
![Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023 Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring on April 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirms desire to sign Kylian Mbappe
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirms that he still wants to bring Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe to Bernabeu.
Jun 11, 18:27
![Brahim Diaz celebrates scoring for Milan on August 13, 2022 Brahim Diaz celebrates scoring for Milan on August 13, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid confirm return and new contract for Brahim Diaz
Real Madrid confirm that Brahim Diaz will be a part of their first-team squad next season after returning from a loan spell at AC Milan.
Jun 10, 18:27
![Getafe goalkeeper David Soria on February 12, 2022 Getafe goalkeeper David Soria on February 12, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'on verge of signing David Soria from Getafe'
Getafe goalkeeper David Soria nears a move to Real Madrid, with the Spaniard wanted as number two to Thibaut Courtois, according to a report.
Jun 10, 10:26
![Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021 Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid confirm Fran Garcia's return from Rayo Vallecano
Real Madrid confirm that they have re-signed Spanish defender Fran Garcia from Rayo Vallecano.
Jun 10, 10:08
![Alphonso Davies in action for Bayern Munich on August 14, 2022 Alphonso Davies in action for Bayern Munich on August 14, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'make contact over Alphonso Davies move'
Real Madrid reportedly make contact over a potential move for Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies.
Jun 6, 00:22
![Dani Ceballos in action for Real Madrid on August 20, 2022 Dani Ceballos in action for Real Madrid on August 20, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Carlo Ancelotti provides update on Nacho, Dani Ceballos futures
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti hints that Nacho and Dani Ceballos have been offered new contracts by the club.
Jun 4, 08:18
![General view of Real Madrid's Bernabeu taken August 2018 General view of Real Madrid's Bernabeu taken August 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2023
Keep track of all of Real Madrid's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole's comprehensive guide.
Jun 1, 04:45
![Alphonso Davies pictured for Canada in September 2022 Alphonso Davies pictured for Canada in September 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'suffer blow in Alphonso Davies pursuit'
Bayern Munich are in talks with defender Alphonso Davies over a new deal at Allianz Arena amid interest from Real Madrid, according to a report.
May 27, 18:27
![Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021 Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Carlo Ancelotti confirms first summer signing for Real Madrid
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirms that Fran Garcia will be re-joining the capital giants this summer from Rayo Vallecano.
May 25, 16:50
![Rayo Vallecano's Santi Comesana celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on November 7, 2022 Rayo Vallecano's Santi Comesana celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on November 7, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Elche vs. Rayo Vallecano - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Elche and Rayo Vallecano, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 27, 08:25
![Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy pictured on September 3, 2022 Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy pictured on September 3, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City, Arsenal 'line up £53m bids for Ferland Mendy'
Manchester City and Arsenal are keen to sign £53m-rated Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy this summer, according to a report.
Apr 2, 12:58
![Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021 Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'to re-sign Fran Garcia this summer'
Rayo Vallecano defender Fran Garcia is set to re-join Real Madrid this summer on a five-year contract, according to a report.
Feb 16, 18:03
![Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini on November 3, 2022 Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini on November 3, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Rayo Vallecano vs. Real Betis - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Rayo Vallecano and Real Betis, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 6, 14:58
![Rayo Vallecano's Santi Comesana celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on November 7, 2022 Rayo Vallecano's Santi Comesana celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on November 7, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Girona vs. Rayo Vallecano - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's La Liga clash between Girona and Rayo Vallecano, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 27, 15:45
![Japan's Hiroki Sakai in action with Germany's David Raum at the World Cup on November 23, 2022 Japan's Hiroki Sakai in action with Germany's David Raum at the World Cup on November 23, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid targeting RB Leipzig defender David Raum?
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing Germany international David Raum, who joined RB Leipzig from Hoffenheim in the summer transfer window.
Dec 1, 00:01
![Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy celebrates scoring their fourth goal in November 2021 Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy celebrates scoring their fourth goal in November 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester United, Chelsea want Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy?
Real Madrid are reportedly set to offload Ferland Mendy this summer, with Manchester United and Chelsea linked with the Frenchman's signature.
Jun 12, 23:28
![Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021 Fran Garcia in action for Rayo Vallecano in October 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'considering two players as Marcelo replacements'
Miguel Gutierrez and Rayo Vallecano's Fran Garcia reportedly emerge as two contenders to succeed Marcelo at Real Madrid this summer.
Mar 27, 23:32
![Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy pictured in February 2021 Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy pictured in February 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Juventus want Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy as Alex Sandro replacement?
Juventus reportedly identify Real Madrid left-back Ferland Mendy as a potential replacement for Alex Sandro, with Los Blancos possibly open to a summer sale.
Feb 28, 12:45