Real Madrid have reached a verbal agreement to sign Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella, according to journalist Fabrizio Romañó. The agreement involves all parties, including the player.
Cucurella made 50 appearances for Chelsea across all competitions in the 2025-26 season, scoring 1 goal and providing 4 assists. Mourinho specifically requested the signing. The 25-year-old's contract at Stamford Bridge runs until 2029, with a transfer market valuation of €50 million.
The signing represents Mourinho's first significant transfer activity since taking over as Real Madrid manager. Cucurella's experience at the highest level of club football brings defensive depth to Madrid's squad.
The transfer could impact market odds on Real Madrid's squad strengthening and competitive positioning, while Chelsea's left-back replacement strategy may affect their squad valuation and transfer market confidence.