Watching their La Liga title dreams take a major blow on Saturday as they marked their return from March’s International break with a 2-1 loss against Mallorca, Real Madrid suddenly find themselves sat seven points adrift of arch-rivals Barcelona.
Enduring a turbulent time behind the scenes following Xabi Alonso’s exit back in January, Los Blancos are expecting another frantic summer with speculation over Alvaro Arbeloa’s respective future.
With it suggested that Madrid are planning for a major overhaul this summer, the Spanish giants are already putting together their preparations and a new central midfielder appears to be high on their agenda.
Expected to once again break the bank this summer and with club president Florentino Perez reportedly keen on making a marquee statement, Madrid have a host of Premier League superstars on their radar.
Rodri – Manchester City
Although Rodri might be enjoying his most dominant spell of the season so far, there remains plenty of high-profile speculation over his future in the blue half of Manchester.
Set to enter the final 12 months of his current deal at the Etihad this summer, both parties have struggled to progress over a potential extension and it has been suggested that the Ballon d’Or winner has grown frustrated.
Although the Spanish international might have cemented his spot as a modern era icon with City since arriving from Atletico Madrid back in 2019, Pep Guardiola’s side will know that this is their last opportunity to cash in on their midfield superstar.
Dealing with separated muscle injuries this season, the 29-year-old is reportedly keen on a new adventure away from the Etihad and a return to the Spanish capital is high on his list.
Refusing to be tied down and failing to squash speculation over a potential move to Los Blancos, Rodri stated last week that his previous ties to Atletico would not stop him from completing a blockbuster move to the Bernabeu this summer.
With the Madrid hierarchy reportedly making it clear that the four-time Premier League winner is their number one midfield target.
Rodri didn’t rule out the possibility of a future move to Real Madrid despite previously playing for rivals Atletico Madrid, when speaking to Spanish radio station Onda Cero 💬 pic.twitter.com/6iUnD5w9sQ
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) March 26, 2026
Enzo Fernandez – Chelsea
While Chelsea might have claimed an FA Cup boost over the weekend as they booked their semi-final ticket thanks to a routine 7-0 romp against League One outfit Port Vale, it was the absence of their skipper that stole plenty of the headlines.
Although Enzo Fernandez might be enjoying a career-best campaign at Stamford Bridge, the Argentinian international suddenly finds himself at the heart of a public saga.
Failing to commit his future to the Blues last month following Chelsea’s thumping Champions League exit at the hands of reigning European champions PSG, the 25-year-old is reportedly keen on a move away from SW6 this summer.
Clearly hinting at his desire to complete a move to Madrid last week, Chelsea announced prior to their FA Cup victory that Fernandez would sit out their next two fixtures.
With Liam Rosenior stating that the former Benfica youngster “crossed a line” during his shock interview last week, Fernandez has been arguably Chelsea’s standout performer this season.
While the Blues might be keen on offering their current skipper a new deal in west London, it has been heavily suggested that Fernandez is desperate to complete a move to the Bernabue.
“A line was crossed”
Liam Rosenior says Enzo Fernandez will not play in Chelsea’s next two matches because of comments he made about his future and links with Real Madrid 🎙️ pic.twitter.com/eRVkxU4cvi
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) April 3, 2026
Sandro Tonali – Newcastle
Although Sandro Tonali might have endured a nightmare start to life at St. James’ Park after being handed an immediate 10-month ban after breaching betting regulations, the Italian international has come roaring back in some style.
While the Magpies might have a major uphill battle on their hands in the race to book any kind of European adventure for next season, Tonali has been one of the Premier League’s standout midfield stars this season.
Despite suffering public World Cup heartbreak while away with Italy last week, the former AC Milan starlet finds his stock at a red-hot high.
Although the 25-year-old might have eventually stayed put at St. James’ Park following reported late interest from Arsenal, Newcastle have a major challenge in the race to keep hold of their midfield talisman.
Alongside continued speculation over influential skipper Bruno Guimaraes, it has been suggested that Tonali is complete focused on playing Champions League football next season.
Attracting plenty of heavyweight European interest and with the whole summer to decide on his future, it was suggested this week that Tonali’s representatives have already reach out to the Madrid hierarchy.
🚨 BREAKING: Sandro Tonali has been offered to Real Madrid. @diarioas 🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/GWIUhK5e79
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) April 2, 2026