Real Madrid prepare sweeping summer reset after Champions League exit

Real Madrid’s elimination from the Champions League at the hands of Bayern Munich has accelerated plans for a significant squad overhaul, with the season effectively reduced to waiting for its conclusion. According to The Athletic, the club has already identified four players certain to leave this summer as part of a wider restructuring. David Alaba is the most notable name, with recurring fitness problems and an expiring contract ending his spell in Spain.

Dani Ceballos is also expected to depart after failing to secure a consistent role and being repeatedly linked with a return to Real Betis. Raul Asencio, who impressed during last year’s defensive crisis, has seen his progress halted by off‑field issues, while Gonzalo Garcia faces reduced opportunities with Endrick arriving to compete for the number nine position. These exits mark only the beginning of what is anticipated to be a substantial rebuild after two consecutive seasons without major silverware.