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Real Madrid faces uncertainty with Rodrygo, Militão, and Mendy's contracts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:14 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Real Madrid faces uncertainty with Rodrygo, Militão, and Mendy's contracts
Summary

Real Madrid's contracts for Rodrygo, Éder Militão, and Ferland Mendy total €41.67 million in annual gross salary. All three players have faced significant injury challenges, leading to doubts about their future roles on the team. Rodrygo is expected to return in early 2027 following an ACL injury, while Militão and Mendy have projected return dates of late September and the end of the year, respectively. Their current contracts, running until June 30, 2028, represent a substantial portion of the team's salary budget amid their limited contribution due to injuries.

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  • •Rodrygo, Militão, and Mendy combine for €41.67 million in salary.
  • •Rodrygo out until early 2027 with an ACL injury.
  • •Militão expected back in late September; Mendy by year-end.
  • •Contracts run until June 2028, accounting for 14% of wages.
  • •Injury history raises questions about their future contributions.
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  • 4:14 PMYahoo Sports — The uncomfortable reality of Rodrygo, Militão and Mendy’s contracts
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A combined €41.67 million in annual gross salary now sits against increasingly uncertain sporting value.

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Real MadridAtletico MadridJuventusChampions LeagueSoccer

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