The 2025/26 campaign has been anything but smooth for the Spanish giants. Following the January sacking of Xabi Alonso and the subsequent struggle for consistency under interim boss Álvaro Arbeloa, Florentino Pérez has reportedly seen enough.
Reports surfacing today, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, confirm that Real Madrid is preparing a ruthless "reset" button. To clear wage space and lower the squad's average age, as many as six high-profile stars are set to be offloaded this summer.
The "Exit Six": Who is on the Chopping Block?
The clear-out focuses heavily on the defensive line, which has looked increasingly vulnerable as they chase a rampant Barcelona in the La Liga title race.
1.David Alaba.
2.Antonio Rüdiger.
3.Dani Carvajal.
4.Ferland Mendy.
5.Fran García.
6.E. Camavinga.
The "Camavinga" Bombshell 🇫🇷
Perhaps the most shocking revelation is the club’s willingness to part ways with Eduardo Camavinga. Once considered a "non-transferable" cornerstone of the future, the 23-year-old has struggled to cement a permanent starting role under Arbeloa.
Premier League Alert: Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal are all reportedly on "red alert."
The Price Tag: With a reported valuation of €50M, he represents a high-value opportunity for clubs looking to anchor their midfield for the next decade.
The "New Era" Targets: Who is Coming In?
To replace the departing veterans, Madrid is already working on a "Two-Per-Position" recruitment strategy:
Nico Paz (Como): The 21-year-old has been the best player in Serie A this season (10 goals, 6 assists). Madrid is expected to trigger his €9M buy-back clause immediately.
Jacobo Ramón (Como): Another academy graduate excelling in Italy; his €8M buy-back is seen as a "no-brainer" to fix the center-back depth.
Erling Haaland: The "Dream #9" remains the top priority, though prising him away from Manchester City remains the summer's biggest challenge.