{
  "id": 178455,
  "title": "Real Madrid exodus poised to continue as Lille eye midfielder deal",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/05/real-madrid-exodus-poised-to-continue-as-lille-eye-midfielder-deal",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-05T14:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/real-madrid-exodus-poised-continue-144500402.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Real Madrid exodus is set to continue as French side Lille express interest in signing midfielder Jorge Cestero, according to reports. The 20-year-old, who made five appearances for Real Madrid last season, is rumored to be on the move to France as he is considered too skilled for the club's second team but not quite ready for the first team. Lille are keen on signing Cestero to replace Ayyoub Bouaddi, who is expected to join Manchester City in a possible move for Real Madrid target Rodri. Although no official discussions have taken place, it is expected that the deal will include a significant sell-on clause and/or buy-back option for Real Madrid to maintain control over Cestero's future.",
  "summary": "Real Madrid have already parted ways with several players this summer, and there is sure to be further departures before the transfer window closes. This week, La Fabrica graduates Gonzalo Garcia and ...",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Real Madrid deal for Man City maestro in final stages despite Barcelona interference; could close for €65-75 million",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/real-madrid-deal-for-man-city-maestro-in-final-stages-despite",
        "published": "2026-08-04T09:40:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport Football",
        "title": "Real Madrid agree £120m Diomande deal - Thursday gossip",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/05/real-madrid-agree-120m-diomande-deal-thursday-gossip",
        "published": "2026-08-05T20:17:47.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}