According to an analysis by Spanish media outlet Relevo, Real Madrid has been leading the transfer market in recent years, while its arch-rival Barcelona has suffered a significant drop in competitiveness and attractiveness due to economic problems.
Relevo concluded, "All players dream of joining Real Madrid." This trend is still evident in this summer's transfer market, including players such as Lenny Yoro and Alfonso Davies, who are rumored to be signing for Real Madrid. Despite the financial power of Saudi capital, Premier League forces and clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid's leadership of the transfer market remains untouchable.
In contrast, Barcelona is much less competitive and attractive. Due to the club's weak economy, it is difficult for Barcelona to compete with Real Madrid in the transfer market. As new stars continue to emerge in world soccer, Barcelona is often out of reach. Real Madrid's outstanding performance in the Champions League over the past decade has led to more young players embracing the "dream of the King". Barcelona, which used to intervene in Real Madrid's pursuit of stars, has now been left far behind by its arch-rivals.
Relevo also analyzed the important role of Real Madrid's head of scouting, Juani Calafate, in unearthing new stars. The signings of rising stars such as Vinicius, Rodrigo, Camarvinga, Endrick, Militão and Güelles are all credited to him. Even players who failed to make it at Real Madrid, such as Eduardo and Kubo Kenyoung, have left to bring in significant revenue for the club. The only exception may be Rainier, but overall, Carafate has done an extremely good job.
Combining all these factors, Real Madrid maintains a dominant position in today's transfer market. The team's own outstanding conditions have attracted the best players in the world, while the club has not had to spend more than the market value of the transfer amount and annual salary. Real Madrid's success in scouting and developing new stars has laid a solid foundation for them to compete in the future.
Relevo's analysis points out that Real Madrid's leading position in the transfer market is not a coincidence, but the result of a combination of factors. In contrast, Barcelona's financial woes have made them less competitive. In the future, Real Madrid will continue to attract top players to join, while Barcelona will need to work hard to solve the financial problems, remodeling competitiveness.
