Real Madrid transfer targets Summer 2025: Will Alexander-Arnold sign?

In this article, we have gathered all of the reported Real Madrid transfer targets for the summer window, as Los Blancos look at potentially strengthening their squad ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.

They already brought in the incredible firepower of both Kylian Mbappe and Endrick as new signings last summer, so perhaps more defensive reinforcements will be focused on next summer. Here is who Carlo Ancelotti's side have reportedly had their eye on…

Real Madrid transfer targets Summer 2025

*Fees based on Transfermarkt's current valuations. Subject to change.

Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)

Various reports have heavily linked Trent Alexander-Arnold with a possible move to Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summer. The England international right-back's contract at Liverpool runs out at the end of the season, with no real signs of late that he will sign a new one.

Madrid have also reportedly been suggested as the next potential club for Virgil van Dijk. At the time of writing, the Netherlands international central defender has not agreed on a new contract with Liverpool, and so he is set to become a free agent in the summer.

William Saliba and Riccardo Calafiori (Arsenal)

Another top Premier League star who has been linked with a possible move to the Santiago Bernabeu is Arsenal central defender William Saliba. According to Spanish news publication Sport, Madrid and Perez are “dreaming” of signing the France international, while other reports have suggested that they would have to pay a world-record transfer fee for a defender to get him.

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Madrid are also monitoring Gunners defender Riccardo Calafiori ahead of a potential move in the summer transfer window. The Italy international would cost in the region of £67.3m, having only signed for Arsenal as early as last summer.

Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth)

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Madrid, as well as both Bayern Munich and Juventus, are interested in signing Bournemouth's teenage central defender Dean Huijsen, and he would like to play for Los Blancos. Reports have suggested that he has a £50m release clause in his current deal with the Cherries, while a number of other clubs in the Premier League are also thought to be interested in the Dutchman.

Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton)

According to The Boot Room, Madrid are huge admirers of Everton and England international central defender Jarrad Branthwaite. Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea are also thought to be interested in his signature in the summer, and he is expected to cost between £70-80m.

Sam Beukema (Bologna)

According to FC Inter News, Madrid are heavily interested in Bologna central defender Sam Beukema. Juventus, Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid are also thought to be interested in a potential move in the summer.

Castello Lukeba (RB Leipzig)

According to German news outlet Bild, Madrid will challenge Premier League heavyweights Liverpool and Chelsea for RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba in the summer. The player himself has hinted that he could move to a top club in Europe.

Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero (Tottenham)

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Madrid are keen on signing Tottenham and Netherlands international central defender Micky van de Ven in the summer.

Various reports have also linked Los Blancos with a potential move for Van de Ven's centre-back partner Cristian Romero in the summer transfer window, with Spurs willing to sell him for around £58.9m.

Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting)

Fichajes have also reported that Madrid are ready to cash in on Saudi Pro League interest in 2024 Ballon d'Or runner-up Vinicius Jr, and replace the Brazilian winger with Sporting and Sweden international superstar Viktor Gyokeres.

Phil Foden and Erling Haaland (Manchester City)

According to Spanish news publication El Nacional, Madrid and Bayern Munich are both exploring potential moves for England international star Phil Foden, in case Manchester City would be willing to sell him. He is valued at over £120m.

The same publication are also reporting that Norwegian superstar striker Erling Haaland will also push for a move to the Santiago Bernabeu in the summer transfer window, should City fail to qualify for the UEFA Champions League (UCL) for the 2025/26 campaign.

Florian Wirtz and Piero Hincapie (Bayer Leverkusen)

According to The Sun, Madrid are ready to battle Manchester City to sign Bayer Leverkusen and Germany international star Florian Wirtz in the summer. The midfielder is rated at £85m, and other reports have suggested that both Arsenal and Liverpool are also interested in his signature.

According to Sky Sports Germany, Madrid, as well as Liverpool, are also interested to sign Leverkusen and Ecuador international defender Piero Hincapie in the summer transfer window.

Jorrel Hato (Ajax)

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Madrid are willing to pay around £33m to sign Ajax defender Jorrel Hato in the summer, and see the young Dutch star as the future of their defence.

Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea)

According to various reports, Madrid are interested in signing Chelsea and Argentina international central midfield player Enzo Fernandez in the summer transfer window. It could involve a potential swap deal with French midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni.

Joan Garcia (Espanyol)

Speaking on Spanish show El Chiringuito de Jugones, journalist Eduardo Inda has claimed that Espanyol would rather sell goalkeeper Joan Garcia to Madrid, rather than Barcelona or Arsenal. The Spaniard has a release clause worth around £25.2m.

Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart)

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Madrid have identified Stuttgart star Angelo Stiller as a potential replacement for Croatian central midfield player Luka Modric in the summer transfer window, after missing out on Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich. Indeed, the Germany international has signed a new contract at the Allianz Arena.

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

According to The Daily Star, Manchester United and Portugal international midfielder Bruno Fernandes has emerged as a shock £90m target for Madrid in the summer transfer window.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)

According to Spanish news outlet El Desmarque, Cristiano Ronaldo would consider a shock return to Madrid, with his contract at Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr set to expire this summer. However, both Inter Milan and Al Hilal are also thought to be interested in his potential signature.

Whisper+ hot rumour: Franco Mastantuono (River Plate)

According to TEAMtalk, Madrid, as well as Barcelona and Liverpool, are circling to sign River Plate sensation Franco Mastantuono this summer. The Argentine is thought to cost between £35-40m.