Real Madrid has officially announced the departure of Rafael Obrador, who has joined Portuguese giants Benfica on a permanent deal. While this transfer stands on its own, it could also be a key piece in a broader negotiation between the two clubs — namely,

Real defender Rafael Obrador has now joined Benfica in a permanent deal, while Victor Munoz has left for Osasuna. Meanwhile, Obrador joins Benfica on a contract also to 2030. The 21 year-old spent last season on-loan with Deportivo La Coruna.

It was only yesterday that Real Madrid lost to PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final, but 24 hours later, they look close to making their fourth signing of

Just minutes ago, Benfica and Real Madrid announced the transfer of Rafael Obrador to Portuguese football.🇪🇸 Bienvenido, Obrador! 🦅🔗

Latest Man United transfer news as Alvaro Carreras reportedly closes in on a move to Real Madrid despite an Old Trafford buy-back option

After an unsuccessful loan spell at Granada, the player's career finally took off when he moved to Benfica, first on loan and then permanently after signing a contract in 2024.DID YOU KNOW?Madrid hoped to sign Carreras in time for the Club World Cup but could not make the deal happen due to Rui Costa's reluctance to accept any offer lower than the player's €50m (£43m/$58m) release clause.

Manchester United have been trying all summer to sell stars such as Antony and Jadon Sancho to raise funds for future incomings.Up to this point, they have struggled to close any deals for their own