The art of the free transfer - and why Real Madrid are the masters of it
Summary
Real Madrid is known for acquiring top talent often without paying high transfer fees, making them masters of free transfers. The club has signed players like Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kylian Mbappe by waiting for their contracts to expire or by paying minimal fees to expedite transfers. This strategy helps them add world-class players without spending large sums of money.Key Facts
- Real Madrid signed Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool for a small fee mainly to speed up his registration for a tournament.
- The club has been successful in acquiring players like David Alaba, Antonio Rudiger, and Kylian Mbappe through free transfers.
- Real Madrid often convinces players to join by showcasing their winning history and reputation.
- Players are sometimes willing to complete their contracts elsewhere to join Real Madrid.
- Historical examples of Real Madrid's free transfers include signing Bernd Schuster from Barcelona.
- Juventus also secured a highly sought-after player, Jonathan David, on a free transfer this summer.
- The Premier League clubs generally spend large amounts on player transfers, unlike Real Madrid's approach.
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