Marc Cucurella transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid marks a stunning new chapter for the Spanish left-back ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Having arrived at Valdebebas following a €60m deal, the recent World Cup winner spoke candidly with the club's media about stepping into the legendary squad.
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Subscribe"It's a source of pride. I don't think many people can say they've worn this shirt," Cucurella stated when reflecting on joining Europe's most decorated club.
The defender emphasized that stepping onto the training pitches is the ultimate reward for years of dedication and perseverance throughout his professional career.
Embracing The Challenge At The Bernabeu
Despite his historical ties to Barcelona's youth academy, Cucurella confessed that joining Real Madrid was an opportunity too significant to turn down.
"As a player, as a kid starting out playing football, having the opportunity to play for a club like this is very hard to refuse," he explained.
Having watched countless magical European comebacks from the stands as a spectator, the defender is now ready to experience those historic nights first-hand.
"Having the opportunity to experience it first-hand and being able to participate is a very big responsibility, but also a very nice and important challenge," Cucurella concluded.