Camavinga ramps up pre‑season as Real Madrid weigh his future

Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga has begun his pre‑season training early, arriving at the club’s facilities on 13 July to work on fitness despite ongoing speculation about a possible transfer. The 23‑year‑old French international, who remains under contract until 2029, is looking to impress new manager Jose Mourinho from the opening days of the campaign. Several clubs have been monitoring Camavinga’s situation after Real Madrid listed him on the transfer market. Premier League giants Manchester City were reportedly offered the midfielder earlier in the week. Real Madrid’s first‑team squad is scheduled to resume training on 13 July, but Camavinga began his preparations ahead of that timetable. He has been combining gym sessions with work on the training pitch to reach peak physical condition.

Real Madrid’s midfield plan: no signings, Camavinga’s future uncertain

Camavinga was not selected by France for the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, prompting him to focus on club duties. He shared images of his intense training on Instagram, drawing comments from teammates including Kylian Mbappe. The midfielder endured a difficult 2025/26 season, failing to cement a place under managers Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa. Now, with Jose Mourinho in charge, Camavinga aims to use the pre‑season to convince the new head coach of his value. Aware that competition for midfield spots will be fierce, Camavinga has reiterated his desire to remain at Real Madrid. His early preparation signals a commitment to fight for an important role in the upcoming campaign.