Real Madrid believe 95% of their summer transfer work is finished and are not planning further signings unless an unexpected departure or a serious injury affects the squad before the transfer window closes on 31 August.
The club is understood to be highly satisfied with its recruitment and expects the remaining two weeks of the window to pass without significant movement. However, Real Madrid will keep a small margin for unforeseen developments, including major injuries or late bids for members of the first-team squad.
The club’s transfer activity began earlier than usual because of the ongoing presidential election. Following the official announcement of Mourinho’s arrival during the campaign, Real Madrid moved quickly to complete its business, with negotiations generally progressing without major delays.
The one notable exception was the concluding stage of Jan-Diomande’s transfer, which took longer than expected because of minor issues. The central development, however, was an agreement between Real Madrid and Leipzig over the winger.
The so-called “Rodri incident” also failed to alter the club’s plans. Real Madrid had been linked with possible alternatives including Zubimendi, but the Spanish club repeatedly denied that it was pursuing such a move.
There could still be changes in midfield if Premier League clubs renew their interest in Tchouameni or Camavinga. Several English sides have made approaches for the two players this summer, and the departure of either would be treated as one of the unexpected events Real Madrid are monitoring until the window officially closes.
English clubs’ financial strength gives them significant influence in any potential deal, although Real Madrid would need to be persuaded to let one of the midfielders leave. Federico Valverde also attracted offers earlier in the summer, but the Uruguay international made it clear from the outset that he did not intend to depart.
The club’s position is shared by Mourinho, who gave a measured response when asked about further recruitment in an interview with Cadena SER last Tuesday.
“I won’t say there won’t be any more signings, because the transfer window is still open, but if you ask me directly if the transfer window is closed for me, the answer is yes, it’s closed.”
Real Madrid have signed six players during the summer and remain encouraged by Endrick’s recovery, which has helped maintain confidence in the forward from outside the club. Changes have also been made to the staff working around the first team.
The first visible effect of those changes has reportedly been a notable improvement in the atmosphere during daily training sessions. A further indication of the team’s development is expected to emerge when Real Madrid face Elche next Saturday.
For now, the expectation is that the squad will remain unchanged until 31 August. Real Madrid are highly unlikely to make another move unless a serious injury, a late departure or another unexpected “accident” forces the club to reconsider its plans.
