Countless legendary players have donned Real Madrid’s famous white shirt during their career, with
undoubtedly being one of the biggest and most successful soccer clubs in the world. The club has seen almost unparalleled success in domestic and international competitions, with its
exceeding all other clubs. At home, the club has an intense rivalry with Barcelona known as
, and the two clubs have dominated soccer in Spain for decades. As of 2024, Real Madrid had won the
What is Real Madrid’s annual revenue?
In 2022/23, Real Madrid had the
highest revenue out of any soccer club worldwide, reclaiming the top spot from Manchester City. Its total revenue of over 831 million euros was made up primarily through commercial income, with broadcasting payments also forming a large share. This elevated revenue allows the club to invest heavily in its playing squad, with the club going through various
Galácticos eras in the 21st century - building squads made up of genuine superstars. While the club no longer features in the
all-time most expensive soccer transfers, the wages on offer at Real Madrid are substantial: as of 2024, Toni Kroos was
Los Blancos’ highest earner, with an annual salary of over 24 million euros.
Who are Real Madrid’s best-ever players?
From Alfredo Di Stéfano to Zinedine Zidane, many of the best players in the history of soccer have played for Real Madrid. Cristiano Ronaldo is
Real Madrid’s record goal scorer, with a total of 450 goals. Meanwhile, the
players with the most UEFA Champions League titles are all Madrid icons, including Francisco Gento and Luka Modrić. While the club is known for its high-profile signings, the
player with the most appearances for Real Madrid is still a local boy – Raúl, who made 741 appearances for the club. In the current era, Real Madrid's squad has a wealth of young talent, with players like Jude Bellingham hoping to fire the club to further success in coming years.
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