​Real Madrid’s midfield has been a focal point of growing speculation throughout the summer, but one question now seems to have a definitive answer. Federico Valverde will remain at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Jose Mourinho signaling that the Uruguayan remains a central figure in the club’s plans for the new season.
Transfer market specialist Fabrizio Romano says there is no chance Valverde will depart this summer, despite recent reports linking him with a potential exit. The decision arrives as Real Madrid assess their squad to create space for further arrivals, especially after strengthening several areas of the team. With Aurelien Tchouameni committing to the club by extending his contract and Vinicius Jr. progressing in his renewal, Mourinho has grown increasingly influential in shaping the club’s long-term project. In this context, one of his first major calls has been to keep Valverde at the heart of Real Madrid’s rebuild.
Valverde will not leave Real Madrid. The midfield at the Bernabeu has become more competitive following the arrival of Bernardo Silva and the renewal of key players, which naturally raises questions about whether the club might sacrifice an established midfielder to balance the squad and fund further deals. Valverde’s name has surfaced in those debates due to his substantial market value and the intensifying competition for places. However, Romano has now quashed those doubts, confirming that Mourinho has decided the 27-year-old is not available for transfer. Rather than viewing him as a player to finance additional signings, Mourinho regards Valverde as one of the pillars around which Real Madrid’s next era will be built.
While Valverde’s status is now clearer, uncertainty remains around Eduardo Camavinga. Real Madrid are not actively seeking to move the French international on, but the club remains open to evaluating serious offers should they arise. Camavinga continues to attract strong interest across Europe, with several Premier League clubs monitoring his situation because of his age, versatility, and long-term potential. Despite the rumors, the midfielder has shown no desire to seek a new challenge. In fact, his priority is to report for pre-season, impress Mourinho in training, and compete for his place through performance rather than pursuing opportunities elsewhere.