But this is different. Real have to make a big step forward this season to catch up with reigning La Liga champions, and bitter rivals, Barcelona.

Indeed, according to MARCA, Real Madrid starlet Jeremy de Leon will spend this season on loan at Hercules CF.

New signing Valentin Rosier, who joined from Leganes, adds depth to the defensive options and can play both right-back and centre-back roles.

Contract talks between Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid have reportedly hit a standstill after the club refused to meet the winger’s salary demands. Although Vinícius Júnior still has two years left on his contract with Real Madrid, the superstar winger has been in negotiations with the club over a new deal since February.

In fact, Vinicius’ agents, Fred Pena and Thássilo Soares, believe Madrid’s offer does not reflect their client’s central role or his global superstar status.