According to Diario AS, Mendy has unexpectedly become one of the club’s biggest headaches ahead of the new season.

The Problem: Fitness, Form & Fierce Competition

Mendy’s troubles reportedly started with a triple blow — fitness concerns, a noticeable dip in form, and the arrival of young star Álvaro Carreras this summer.

Wait, omo this is going to be hot… because if you add Fran García into the mix — fresh from his impressive Club World Cup performance — Mendy could now be staring at the reality of becoming third-choice under new manager Xabi Alonso.

Mendy’s Bold Stance

Here’s where it gets more dramatic. Sources claim Mendy has made it clear to Real Madrid’s management that he’s not leaving this summer. Omo, can you imagine? A player facing reduced game time, but still holding his ground.

At 30 years old, with a big wage bill attached to his name, the Frenchman’s decision is causing more than a little tension inside the Santiago Bernabéu.

Why This is a Major Concern for Madrid

According to AS, Mendy’s refusal to move has officially made him “one of Real Madrid’s main problems” going into the 2025/26 campaign. If he stays, Xabi Alonso might have to juggle an overstocked left-back department — and that’s never easy in a squad aiming for trophies on all fronts.

Omo, this season is already looking like it will come with plenty of off-field drama, not just on-pitch action. Fans will be watching closely to see if Madrid finds a way out of this Mendy situation before the transfer window slams shut.

In a statement released on Thursday, Los Blancos expressed appreciation to the young midfielder for his “work, commitment and dedication” over the years.

Jacobo joined the club’s youth ranks in 2013 at just 8 years old and has risen through the academy levels, eventually earning a first-team debut in 2025.

“Real Madrid would like to thank Jacobo Ramón and his family for all these years of dedication,” the club wrote in its statement.

Omo, this one sweet and emotional — from age 8 to the Bernabéu!

He played for Castilla last season and was seen as a player with potential, but with fierce competition in the Madrid midfield, a move to Como 1907 might give him the space he needs to truly shine.

💸 Sancho Ready to Slash Wages for Dortmund Comeback

Now to the hotter gist — and omo this one go trend if it’s true!

According to German outlet Bild, England winger Jadon Sancho is reportedly willing to cut his £275,000-a-week wage in half just to return to Borussia Dortmund.

Yes, you read that right. Sancho allegedly told Dortmund’s sporting director Sebastian Kehl and CEO Lars Rickenthat he’s open to earning significantly less if it means playing regular football again.

Omo! E be like Sancho don tire for Manchester wahala.

Dortmund, Juventus Interested as Sancho Plans Exit

Sources claim that Juventus is also monitoring the situation, but Sancho is said to favor Dortmund — the club where he made his name.

It’s almost certain that the Manchester United winger will leave Old Trafford before the transfer window shuts, but the big question is — where will he land?

Sancho spent last season on loan at Chelsea, but things didn’t exactly go as planned.

For now, no official deal has been struck, but the signs all point to a reunion with Dortmund unless a last-minute twist comes through.

Two Players, Two Journeys

While one promising star exits Real Madrid to chase his dream in Italy, another top name may be desperately plotting his way out of Manchester.

One thing’s for sure — this transfer window is not even halfway done and omo, it’s already buzzing hot!

According to trusted market insider Matteo Moretto, Italian giants Napoli, now under the guidance of Antonio Conte, are allegedly on the verge of completing the signing of Miguel Gutiérrez from Girona.

“Napoli is coming back strongly for Miguel Gutiérrez, the left-back from Girona. In the last few hours, there have been new contacts between the parties, and the agreement with Girona is almost complete. The player has been offered a five-year contract,” Moretto claimed.

So, What’s Madrid Got to Do with It?

Let’s throw it back to 2022, when Real Madrid sold Gutiérrez to Girona. Many fans didn’t blink much then — but the club quietly inserted a 50% sell-on clause into the deal. Very strategic move, no cap.

This means that if Girona cash out big on this deal, half of that bag is heading straight to the Bernabéu.

The Napoli Factor

Reports suggest Conte wants to make Gutiérrez part of his long-term rebuild at Napoli. The left-back, known for his pace and attacking flair, impressed heavily in La Liga last season. Napoli have reportedly offered him a five-year deal, and negotiations with Girona are described as almost done.

If the deal closes — and it’s looking likely — Madrid will benefit directly without lifting a finger.

Why It Matters

With the summer transfer window still active, and Real Madrid already making big moves on other fronts, this unexpected income could be reinvested quickly, whether in another signing or helping to balance the books. And in the current FFP climate, every extra euro counts.

As of now, the transfer hasn’t been officially confirmed — so Madridistas, hold your breath just a little longer.

But omo, if this goes through, Florentino Pérez and co. are smiling to the bank, thanks to a smart clause from two years ago. Silent win