Spanish clubs heat up summer transfer market with moves by Atletico, Real Madrid and others

Atletico Madrid entered the race for free‑agent midfielder Dani Ceballos, competing with former club Real Betis and Ajax. The club sees Ceballos as a cost‑free reinforcement for Simeone’s midfield.

Real Madrid is keeping options open for French winger Michael Olise while also working to renew forward Vinicius Jr’s contract. The club aims to resolve key renewals early to avoid market pressure.

In the lower divisions, Recreativo Huelva has identified Juan Antonio Segura as a potential midfield signing, while Palencia Cristo Atlético confirmed the arrival of forward Antonio "Mini Super" Collado Díaz. Osasuna is scouting a low‑cost left‑back, evaluating options such as Manu Sánchez and Aihen Muñoz without paying a transfer fee.

Benfica from Portugal have shown interest in Almería striker Sergio Arribas, hoping to trigger a €20 million clause that would also benefit Real Madrid, which retains a 50 % stake in the player’s rights.

Elche CF experienced several departures as seven players left after their contracts ended, prompting a summer rebuild by sporting director Martín Anselmi.