Marc Cucurella has opened up about his impending move to Real Madrid, discussing José Mourinho, Florentino Pérez, the Spanish national team, and what awaits him at the Santiago Bernabéu in an extensive interview with AS.
The Spain international admitted he is eager to begin the next chapter of his career.
“I still haven’t fully processed it. My life is still the same. We’re with the national team and it feels like everything is unchanged because we’re isolated from the outside world. Hopefully that
moment takes a while to arrive because it would mean we’re doing well here. But I’m looking forward to starting a new life, meeting my teammates, seeing the training ground and the Bernabéu. It’s a big change after so many years at Chelsea, but I’m excited to experience it.”
Cucurella also revealed he has remained in contact with José Mourinho since agreeing to join Madrid.
“We’ve stayed in touch. He congratulated me after the first victory and has sent me a few short messages. Staying in contact is always positive, and now I’m looking forward to meeting him in person and starting to work with him.”
The 27-year-old also shared an amusing story involving Florentino Pérez before his unveiling.
“I haven’t had the chance to speak with him. The only thing they told me was not to even think about putting on a Real Madrid shirt because the president wanted my first photo wearing the shirt to be with him. I’m happy to follow orders and start on the right foot. The presentation will be a special moment for me and my family.”
Cucurella admitted hearing one of Florentino’s famous lines would be special.
“Hearing him say that I was born to play for Real Madrid would be incredible.”
Asked about the possibility of Enzo Fernández joining him in Madrid, he replied:
“He congratulated me. We’re great friends and have built a very good relationship. If the rumors are true, I wish the best for my friend. If he wants to take that step, he’s welcome. I don’t know anything, we’ll see. Keep an eye on the news!”
Looking ahead to future Clásicos against Lamine Yamal, the left-back insisted club rivalries will not affect friendships.
“I’ll fight against Lamine in a Clásico, but when we’re with Spain everything will be exactly the same.”
Finally, Cucurella had a message for Spain supporters ahead of the World Cup.
“Keep believing in us. We want to make history and achieve something special. Maybe we didn’t start the tournament exactly how we wanted, but this team is highly motivated, very confident, and we’ll give everything we have to make the fans proud.”
