Marc Cucurella leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid amid contract uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:09 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Marc Cucurella has departed Chelsea for Real Madrid after discussions with incoming coach Xabi Alonso. The Spain international cited a desire to return to Spain and concluded his time with Chelsea after winning the European Championship and other titles. His form fluctuated under interim managers, leading to criticism of club management. Chelsea benefits financially from the deal, which decreases their squad's average age and improves their financial standings amid scrutiny from UEFA.
- •Cucurella moves to Real Madrid after discussions with Xabi Alonso.
- •Chelsea faces financial scrutiny due to poor Premier League results.
- •Cucurella's departure reduces Chelsea's squad average age.
- •Club's agreement with Cucurella's agency facilitated the transfer.
- 7:09 AMYahoo Sports — The reasons behind Cucurella's curious Chelsea exit
"The exit of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea is a curious one. Only last season, the Spain international agreed improved financial terms without extending his contract, a deal that was never formally announced by the club. After winning the European Championship with Spain, along with the Conference League and Club World Cup at Chelsea, Cucurella appeared to be an integral part of the side under former manager Enzo Maresca.
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