Jesus Vallejo to Leave Real Madrid as Contract Expires

Real Madrid have announced that Jesus Vallejo will leave the club when his contract ends in June. This marks the end of a long but tough period at the club for Vallejo.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Spanish defender’s contract will not be renewed, and he will be a free agent this summer. Vallejo joined Real Madrid nine years ago but has struggled to secure a regular first-team spot. He made only four appearances in the 2024/25 season, showing his limited role. Over his time at the club, Vallejo played just 35 games and spent many seasons on loan at clubs like Eintracht Frankfurt, Wolverhampton, and Granada. Injuries and competition for places hindered his chances of becoming a key player.

REAL MADRID’S SEASON AND SQUAD SITUATION

This announcement comes as Real Madrid look to reshape their squad for future competitions. The team finished near the top of the table in the 2024/25 La Liga season and are preparing for an expanded FIFA Club World Cup next season. Vallejo was not in coach Carlo Ancelotti’s plans, as he focused on other defensive options. The return of injured players like Éder Militão and David Alaba, along with young talent coming through, increased the likelihood of Vallejo’s departure. Despite being professional and committed, his on-field contributions have been limited in recent years.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR VALLEJO AND REAL MADRID?

Jesus Vallejo will look for a new club as a free agent before the 2025/26 season. There may be interest from clubs in Spain or abroad due to his experience at the top level and his good reputation as a team player. For Real Madrid, focus will shift to transfer activities and preparing for pre-season and the Club World Cup. Their next game will be a friendly, and they have a busy summer ahead to strengthen their squad and remain contenders in Europe.