Marc Cucurella commits to Real Madrid, dismisses loyalty to Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Marc Cucurella has officially signed with Real Madrid after a successful stint at Barcelona's La Masia. His decision has attracted significant criticism, but Cucurella reaffirmed his commitment to Real Madrid in a recent interview, stating he would ‘rather go bald than get a Barca tattoo.’ He expressed excitement about joining the team and fulfilling his role as a defensive support for attackers like Vinicius Jr. and Kylian Mbappe. Cucurella's focus on winning has made it clear that he is fully dedicated to his new club.
- •Cucurella graduated from Barcelona's La Masia before signing with Real Madrid.
- •He expressed enthusiasm for playing in big European nights.
- •Cucurella is prepared to handle more defensive responsibilities.
- •He has received backlash for his switch from Barcelona to Real Madrid.
- •Cucurella made his statements during an interview with El Chiringuito.
- 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Marc Cucurella delights Real Madrid fans with Barcelona comment – “I would rather go bald”
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — New Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella turns his back on Barcelona: ‘Rather go bald’
"Earlier this month, Real Madrid fans were delighted when the club confirmed the signing of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea. The 27-year-old, who is currently with Spain at the 2026 World Cup, will put pen...
"As a former graduate of Barcelona’s La Masia, Marc Cucurella made a massive statement when he agreed to sign for Real Madrid earlier this summer.The Spanish left-back, after all, is a product of the...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 8:25 AMMarc Cucurella delights Real Madrid fans with Barcelona comment – “I would rather go bald”
Earlier this month, Real Madrid fans were delighted when the club confirmed the signing of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea. The 27-year-old, who is currently with Spain at the 2026 World Cup, will put pen...
- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 6:20 AMNew Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella turns his back on Barcelona: ‘Rather go bald’
As a former graduate of Barcelona’s La Masia, Marc Cucurella made a massive statement when he agreed to sign for Real Madrid earlier this summer.The Spanish left-back, after all, is a product of the...
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