Real Madrid go all-in for Club World Cup 2025: Five star signings in the pipeline – including a shocking Ronaldo return
After FIFA increased the Club World Cup prize pool to one billion dollars, Real Madrid have clearly decided to go all out to secure the title. According to Spanish media, the club is currently working on five major signings – including a giant “hype” deal that could bring both sporting success and commercial gains.
The now 40-year-old striker has won the Ballon d’Or 5 times, 4 of them as Real Madrid plays. There have also been 5.Champions League trophies here 4 times with Real Madrid. – See everything on Transfermarkt.
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Among the names linked to Madrid are:
- Cristiano Ronaldo (loan deal only for Club World Cup)
- Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool full-back could be a surprise reinforcement)
- Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad talent to replace Modrić/Kroos)
- Dean Huijsen (Juventus’ promising centre-back)
- Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool stopper who can strengthen the defence)
Ronaldo back in white? A short-lived but spectacular reunion
The most surprising transfer is without a doubt Cristiano Ronaldo. According to Defensa Central, Madrid are considering a short-term loan deal that will only apply to the Club World Cup. This will give fans one last opportunity to see the club winger in the white shirt – and at the same time take advantage of his huge commercial appeal.
Cristiano Ronaldo has decided to stay active until after the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2026. – Here he shares some photos from qualifying matches for Portugal with his 651 million fans on Instagram.
Alexander-Arnold on his way to the Bernabéu?
It also seems that Trent Alexander-Arnold could be part of Madrid’s right-back rotation. The English star, whose contract with Liverpool expires in 2025, has long been wanted by the club. A transfer now could be crucial to ensure stability in the defense before the tournament. “But then he has to be bought out of his Liverpool contract. Club, the World Championship starts on June 14 and Arnold’s contract runs until June 30.
Zubimendi, Huijsen & Konaté: The Future of Madrid’s Squad
In midfield, Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad) is a priority as a long-term replacement for Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos. In defence, both Dean Huijsen (Juventus) and Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool) are on the radar to bolster a backline that has struggled with injuries this season.
Departures also on the horizon
To make room for new players, Madrid could say goodbye to Jesús Vallejo and David Alaba, depending on the market situation.
Club World Cup 2025 – Madrid’s new big goal
With the tournament starting on June 14, 2025, Madrid are now working quickly to have the strongest possible squad ready. This is not only a sporting investment, but also a commercial opportunity for the club to market itself on a global basis.
Will this be the biggest summer ever for Los Blancos? One thing is certain: The ambitions are bigger than ever.
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