By our reporter 18.6.2026
Spanish left back Marc Cucurella grew up in Barcelona academy before he became a star player, but him signing for Real Madrid this week had Barca fans talking.
Cucurella who was speaking while training with the Spanish team at the World Cup explained why he did not return to Nou Camp.
“I will tell Barcelona fans that life has different stages. In this case, I’ve had to make an important decision, and I have no doubts; I think it’s a big step for me,” Cucurella told to El Mundo.
“When you’re a kid, you dream of playing for big teams, and I think Real Madrid is one of them. They’re the team with the most Champions League titles in the world, and I hope to win titles with them and have a wonderful time there.”
The 27-year-old former Chelsea left back added that he couldn’t turn down the chance to join Real Madrid.
“There were different options, but when the offer from Real Madrid came along, I didn’t hesitate. I think it’s a unique opportunity. Ultimately, playing for Real Madrid is an honour, and not many players can say that, so I had no doubts,” he added.
He revealed that he had a chat with coach Jose Mourinho and he was looking forward to joining the famous Portuguese coach after the World Cup.
“Yes, we were talking and he told me he was really looking forward to working with me, that I would adapt very well, that Real Madrid was a great club. Then, nothing more, just that I should do very well in the World Cup and that we would see each other in Madrid.