Real Madrid has confirmed the signing of Dutch right-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan, the latest addition in a busy summer transfer window.
The Spanish giants paid 20 million euros for the 28-year-old, who signed a contract until 2030.
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Dumfries will compete with Trent Alexander-Arnold and provide cover for Dani Carvajal.
Manager Jose Mourinho Returns
The rebuilding process began with the appointment of Jose Mourinho as manager. Real Madrid paid 15 million euros to Benfica to secure his release.
The 63-year-old Portuguese coach signed a contract until 2029, returning to the club he left in 2013.
His objective is to revitalize a dressing room that underperformed over the last two seasons.
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Defensive Reinforcements
Left-back Marc Cucurella joined from Chelsea in a swift 48-hour negotiation for a fee of 55 million euros, potentially rising to 60 million euros with add-ons.
The 27-year-old committed to the club until 2032 and is expected to take over the starting role on the left flank.
French central defender Ibrahima Konate also joined until 2030 after his contract with Liverpool expired. Reports indicate he will receive a 20 million euro signing package.
Midfield Addition
Midfielder Bernardo Silva completed the list of arrivals by signing until 2028 as a free agent from Manchester City.
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He secured a reported 10 million euro signing bonus despite previous rumors linking him to Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
