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Barcelona responds to Real Madrid's signings of Cucurella and Silva

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Barcelona responds to Real Madrid's signings of Cucurella and Silva
Summary

Real Madrid has accelerated its summer transfer plans by signing former Barcelona player Marc Cucurella and is close to acquiring Bernardo Silva. Barcelona, while interested in both players, has prioritized signing a new striker to replace Robert Lewandowski over pursuing Cucurella and Silva. Club sources commented on Madrid's moves, implying that Deco appears more involved in the signings than expected. Barcelona continues to monitor Cucurella but has opted not to pay his €60 million fee, citing depth in the position with young options available. Discussions around a potential exit for player Balde are ongoing but are not expected to materialize this summer.

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  • •Real Madrid signs Marc Cucurella and is close to signing Bernardo Silva.
  • •Barcelona seeks a new forward and is not prioritizing Cucurella or Silva.
  • •Club sources suggest Deco's influence in Madrid's transfer dealings.
  • •Barcelona values its young players and refuses to meet Cucurella's fee.
  • •Balde's potential exit depends on an acceptable offer and his request.
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  • 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Seems Deco is their sporting director’- Barcelona’s response to Real Madrid going for Marc Cucurella & Bernardo Silva
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Los Blancos’s have been getting busy in the transfer market.

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