Fulham's €40m bid for Real Madrid Gonzalo García sparks ambition

Fulham have secured 70 % of the registration of Real Madrid forward Gonzalo García for €40 million, completing the Spanish academy graduate’s permanent transfer to the Premier League club in London. The deal was announced just hours ago, marking a significant investment by the London side.

Real Madrid confirmed the move as part of a broader effort to seal departures and streamline the squad ahead of the transfer window, noting that negotiations have been relatively slow due to their complexity. The Spanish club’s focus on reducing the squad size has intensified in recent weeks.

García was identified early on as a player Real Madrid actively looked to sell, and late last night the club officially confirmed the transfer after weeks of speculation about his future. The announcement followed a period of intense rumours surrounding the forward’s next destination.

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The 22‑year‑old joined Real Madrid’s academy in 2014 at age ten and spent eleven years developing within the Spanish club’s youth system. He made his mark at the FIFA Club World Cup, scoring decisive goals when Kylian Mbappé was unavailable.

Last season he was not a regular starter but proved vital as an impact substitute, often changing games when called upon. Fulham expect him to assume a starting role and build on his previous performances in the Premier League.

Fulham acquired 70 % of García’s rights for €40 million, while Real Madrid retained a stake in any future transfers. This arrangement ensures the Spanish club benefits from potential future moves, while the London side adds a promising Spanish striker to its roster.