Real Madrid are already laying the groundwork for a sweeping rebuild ahead of the 2026 season, with club president Florentino Perez targeting a statement managerial and transfer move to redefine the club’s next era.
Reports from Germany suggest Jurgen Klopp is being discussed internally at the Santiago Bernabeu as Madrid assess long term options for the bench. The former Liverpool boss stepped away from frontline management in 2024 and now serves as Red Bull’s global head of football.
While Klopp has repeatedly downplayed an immediate return to coaching, sources indicate Madrid’s appeal could prompt serious consideration if a clear long term project is presented.
Perez views the next two summers as decisive and wants a figure capable of reshaping both results and identity. Klopp’s profile, charisma and track record at elite clubs reportedly fit that vision, even if no formal approach has been made.
Beyond the dugout, Madrid are also monitoring Erling Haaland’s situation at Manchester City. The Norwegian striker remains one of Perez’s long standing ambitions, with informal contacts maintained through his representatives.
Although Haaland is under contract until 2034 and would command a massive financial package, Madrid believe timing and ambition could eventually align.
Club insiders say Haaland admires Spanish football and sees Real Madrid as a potential final destination in his career.
However, funding such a move could require major player sales, with Vinicius Junior among the assets drawing strong external interest.
For now, the plans remain aspirational, but Madrid’s leadership is clearly thinking big as 2026 approaches.
