Marc Cucurella proud after first Real Madrid training on return from World Cup win

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·10 August 2026

Marc Cucurella trained with Real Madrid for the first time on Monday after returning from holiday following Spain’s World Cup win.

L'Équipe reports the former Chelsea left-back agreed a six-season contract with the club earlier in the summer.

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He described being at Madrid as a privilege, an honour and a reward, and said he was proud to join the Merengues.

The session also allowed him to finally meet his new team-mates.

After his post-tournament break, this marked the start of his integration with his new club.

Source: L'Équipe

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