According to a report by Fabrizio Romano on the 20th of June, 2026, Marc Cucurella has officially bid farewell to Chelsea after completing his move to Spanish giants Real Madrid, bringing an end to his memorable spell at Stamford Bridge.
The Spain international shared an emotional message with Chelsea supporters, expressing his gratitude to the club, teammates, coaching staff, and fans who supported him throughout his time in West London.
Speaking after the transfer was confirmed, Cucurella admitted that leaving Chelsea was one of the toughest decisions of his career.
“It’s not easy to leave Chelsea. I am very grateful for everything Chelsea has given me,” the defender said.
The 27-year-old went on to explain that the opportunity to return to Spain and join one of the biggest clubs in world football was simply too significant to ignore.
“But the step I take now is bigger: I return to my country and to a great club,” he added.
Cucurella also reflected on the personal and professional growth he experienced during his years at Chelsea, acknowledging that while he was happy at the club, a new challenge had become necessary.
“I was happy at Chelsea. But in life sometimes you need to change and you start new chapters that you don’t expect,” he said.
The defender leaves Chelsea after playing a key role in the club’s recent campaigns. After enduring a difficult start following his arrival from Brighton, Cucurella eventually established himself as one of the team’s most reliable performers. His energy, defensive work rate, and versatility made him a valuable figure in the squad.
His departure comes during a summer of significant change at Stamford Bridge following the arrival of new manager Xabi Alonso. The former Real Madrid midfielder is overseeing a major squad rebuild as he prepares for his first full season in charge.
Chelsea have already been linked with several transfer targets as Alonso looks to reshape the squad to fit his tactical vision. Cucurella’s exit is expected to create a gap at left-back, a position the Blues may now seek to strengthen before the new campaign begins.
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