Real Madrid reportedly denied Bournemouth the opportunity to sign backup left back Fran García on loan for the rest of the season, despite the player’s desire to join the Cherries.
Los Blancos had another a quiet January transfer window, maintaining their recent trend of only signing new players in the summer. The club also only parted ways with Endrick, who joined Ligue 1 outfit Lyon for the second half of 2025–26 right at the start of the month.
