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See the full story · 1 sourcesMarc Cucurella reflects on journey to Real Madrid after jetting into Valdebebas
Earlier this week, more of the Real Madrid first team returned to Valdebebas ahead of the 2026-27 season starting soon. Among them was Marc Cucurella, who was signed earlier in the summer from Chelsea in a deal worth up to €60m.
Cucurella, who won the 2026 World Cup with Spain earlier in the summer, spoke to the club’s official media channels (via Marca ) upon partaking in his first Real Madrid training session. He admitted that he’s very proud to have joined, and he feels that his career has been building up to this point.
“It’s a source of pride. I don’t think many people can say they’ve worn this shirt. We have seen great legends, it is a club with a lot of history, the greatest in Europe. Being here today is a privilege, an honour and above all a reward for all the effort I have had to make in my career. It’s been a long time waiting, it’s been long, but I’m already here
“Everything is very good. I was already looking forward to meeting my teammates. I have spoken to some who had written to me. The welcome has been very good. A hard, long day, but already getting a feel for it and training little by little because nothing comes from the good things.”
Cucurella opens up on Real Madrid memories
Despite coming through the ranks of Barcelona’s La Masia academy, Cucurella has many positive memories of Real Madrid, which he opened up on. He’s also hoping to make more history in the coming years.
“As a player, as a kid starting out playing football, having the opportunity to play for a club like this is very hard to refuse. The opportunity came to me and I had no doubts. As a spectator, I’ve seen all those magical nights, those comebacks at the Bernabeu, all the Champions League they’ve lifted. Having the opportunity to experience it first-hand and being able to participate is a very big responsibility. But also a very nice and important challenge.”
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