Real Madrid has confirmed Gonzalo García will stay with the club until 2030. The release clause is set at €1 billion, a figure that’s become almost routine for Madrid when it comes to locking down young talent. This new deal comes right after García’s standout performances at the FIFA Club World Cup. He scored four goals in six matches and turned plenty of heads across Europe. Getafe even tried to bring him in on loan for the 2025/26 season, but nothing came of it. Xabi Alonso didn’t want him going anywhere and kept him in the first-team plans.
Back in March, the same thing happened with Franco Mastantuono, the 17-year-old Argentine midfielder. Madrid gave him the exact kind of long-term protection. It’s a simple strategy: keep promising players from slipping away, especially now with so many big European clubs watching. For García, the timing couldn’t have been better. His form at the Club World Cup wasn’t just good, it was decisive in winning the title.
Rise during Endrick’s absence
García’s real breakthrough came when Endrick was out injured. That opened the door for more minutes, and he made them count. He ended the tournament as one of the top scorers, hitting the net in important matches. Those performances helped earn Alonso’s trust. With a long season ahead and plenty of competitions on the calendar, the coach sees him as a reliable option in attack.
There’s another storyline here. The No. 9 shirt is still without an owner since Kylian Mbappé switched to No. 10. Right now, García and Endrick are the main contenders. Endrick has his own strong case, coming off a good season that included five goals in six Copa del Rey matches. García has the momentum from his recent form and the confidence he gained in the Club World Cup. No decision’s been made yet, but it’s something the fans are watching closely.
Real Madrid’s attacking picture
For 2025/26, Madrid’s attack will mix established stars like Vinícius Júnior and Mbappé with younger players pushing to prove themselves. For García and Endrick, it’s a chance to learn from some of the best in the game while trying to hold down a place in the lineup. That won’t be easy. To stay in the rotation, both will have to be consistent. Alonso’s job will be figuring out how to give them enough playing time without slowing either one’s development.