Marc Cucurella, the former Chelsea left-back, recently expressed his excitement about joining Real Madrid, calling it a significant advancement in his career. Speaking during the 2026 World Cup, Cucurella revealed that his transfer was finalized in just 36 hours, emphasizing his happiness about the move.

In his own words, Cucurella stated:

“The transfer to Real Madrid happened very fast. It took 36 hours. I was so happy! They called me in the morning and told me that the clubs had talked about everything, that if I wanted to go there. I had no doubt, it was a big step for my career.”

Cucurella also shared insights about his conversations with Jose Mourinho, who expressed his desire to work with him. He noted:

“Yes, I spoke to José Mourinho. He told me that he wants to work with me and that gave me confidence. I really want to play under him, I can’t wait for it.”

The left-back acknowledged the mixed feelings from Barcelona fans regarding his switch to their rivals, stating:

“Barcelona fans angry at me? You can NOT reject Real Madrid. I am very happy with my decision.”

Cucurella's comments may not sit well with Chelsea supporters, especially after a challenging season for the club, where they finished 10th in the Premier League and suffered a heavy defeat to PSG in the Champions League. He had previously criticized Chelsea's transfer policy, suggesting a disconnect between the club's direction and the ambitions of players wanting to win trophies.

He remarked:

“I understand this is part of the club’s policy, and that they want to take this direction — signing young players and looking to the future. But, for all of us who are still here and want to win big things, moments like this make you feel discouraged.”

Cucurella's transition marks a pivotal moment in his career, as he aims to make an impact at one of the world's most prestigious clubs.