Chelsea sells Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid amid Xabi Alonso's challenges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Chelsea has agreed to sell Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid for nearly $70 million. This transfer, expected to finalize after the world club event, poses a challenge for Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, who will lose an experienced player as he seeks to rebuild the team. The move comes amidst speculation that Chelsea may also lose Enzo Fernandez this summer, raising concerns over depth and leadership within the squad. Real Madrid secured Cucurella over interest from his boyhood club Barcelona, as well as Manchester City and Atletico Madrid.
- •Marc Cucurella transfer to Real Madrid nears completion.
- •The deal is valued at almost $70 million.
- •Xabi Alonso faces challenges in squad depth and leadership.
- •Cucurella chose Real Madrid over Barcelona and Manchester City.
- •Chelsea may also lose Enzo Fernandez this summer.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea to sell Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid in first challenge for Xabi Alonso
"Xabi Alonso is losing one of his new players to his former club, as Real Madrid are purchasing Marc Cucurella from Chelsea.
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