Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos face competition for EPL ace, club complete Thibaut Courtois and Brahim Diaz renewal, and more - September 6, 2025

Real Madrid are preparing to return to action on September 13 with a game against Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena. Xabi Alonso's team have been very quick off the blocks this season, picking up three wins in their first three games.

Meanwhile, Los Blancos will face steep competition in their pursuit of a Premier League defender. Elsewhere, the LaLiga giants have already tied Thibaut Courtois and Brahim Diaz down to new deals.

On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from September 6, 2025.

Real Madrid face competition for Marc Guehi

Real Madrid will face competition from multiple clubs in the race to sign Marc Guehi in 2026, according to The Mirror. The highly-rated English defender has entered the final year of his contract with Crystal Palace, and is unlikely to extend his stay at Selhurst Park.

Guehi was a step away from joining Liverpool this summer in a reported £35m deal. However, the transfer broke down as the Eagles couldn't rope in a replacment for the 25-year-old.

The Reds are likely to return for the player in 2026, and could even agree a pre-contract in January ahead of a summer move. However, multiple clubs are eyeing Guehi's situation with interest, including Los Blancos.

The LaLiga giants may have signed Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth this summer, but that hasn't stopped them from pursuing further defensive reinforcements. Real Madrid have identified the Englishman as a cost effective option for the job, and a possible replacement for Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba. However, Inter Milan, Juventus, and Bayern Munich are also lining up to sign Guehi for free next year.

Los Blancos complete Thibaut Courtois and Brahim Diaz renewal

Thibaut Courtois and Brahim Diaz have committed their future to Real Madrid, according to acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano. Both players have been key features for Los Blancos in recent times and the club want them to stay.

Courtois' contract was due to expire in 2026, and he has now been offered a one-year extension until 2027. This is in line with the Spanish giants' policy of handing short-term deals to players above the age of 30.

Meanwhile, Diaz is under contract until 2027, but has been generating widespread attention from across the continent. The Morocco international has been in fine form for Real Madrid of late, and the club have now rewarded him with an improved deal. Both players have reportedly signed their new contracts, with only an official announcement pending.

Gianluigi Donnarumma was not a target for the Santiago Bernabeu hierarchy this summer

Real Madrid did not have Gianluigi Donnarumma on their radar this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Italian goalkeeper's future was subject to speculation over the summer and he was linked with a move to the Santiago Bernabeu.

However, with Thibaut Courtios already in the books, and Andriy Lunin providing ample cover, Los Blancos had no interest in a move for Donnarumma. The 26-year-old ultimately left Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to move to Manchester City, when he will be stationed as Ederson's replacement. The Brazilian has left the Etihad this summer to join Fenerbahce.