Cucurella confirms Real Madrid move from Chelsea amid career development
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Marc Cucurella has confirmed his transition from Chelsea to Real Madrid, describing it as a significant career step. The announcement came on June 18, 2026, when Cucurella stated he had "no doubts" about the decision. The defender views this move as essential for his professional growth in a more competitive environment. As the summer transfer window approaches, Cucurella’s departure solidifies Madrid's defensive lineup ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Cucurella leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid.
- •Move described by Cucurella as a "bigger step" for his career.
- •Announcement made on June 18, 2026.
- •This transfer adds to Real Madrid's defensive options.
- 9:14 PMESPN Soccer — Cucurella: 'No doubts' over 'bigger' Madrid move
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid move 'huge step' up, says Cucurella
"Marc Cucurella said the chance to sign for Real Madrid was too good to turn down after leaving Chelsea to join Jose Mourinho's rebuild of the club.Cucurella joins Bernardo Silva and Ibrahima Konate in three major signings already made by Madrid since Mourinho's return last week.
"Marc Cucurella has said he had "no doubts" about leaving Chelsea for Real Madrid, describing the move as a "bigger step I needed to take."
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External links- ESPN SoccerJun 18, 2026, 9:14 PMCucurella: 'No doubts' over 'bigger' Madrid move
Marc Cucurella has said he had "no doubts" about leaving Chelsea for Real Madrid, describing the move as a "bigger step I needed to take."
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 8:15 PMReal Madrid move 'huge step' up, says Cucurella
Marc Cucurella said the chance to sign for Real Madrid was too good to turn down after leaving Chelsea to join Jose Mourinho's rebuild of the club.Cucurella joins Bernardo Silva and Ibrahima Konate in three major signings already made by Madrid since Mourinho's return last week.
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