Real Madrid stars who made Premier League moves over the years
Fulham have reignited the transfer route between Real Madrid and the Premier League by signing two young talents. Gonzalo García and César Palacios are the latest to swap Spain for England, joining Fulham and reuniting with manager Álvaro Arbeloa. Over the past three decades, several high-profile players have made this switch, with mixed results. The list includes both Premier League legends and those whose English careers fell short of expectations.
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- Gonzalo García and César Palacios joined Fulham from Real Madrid, reuniting with coach Álvaro Arbeloa.
- García signed for a reported £34 million after winning the UEFA Champions League and LaLiga with Real Madrid.
- Palacios arrived for a reported £8.5 million, having progressed through Real Madrid’s youth ranks.
- Past stars who made the move include Mesut Özil, Claude Makelele, Martin Ødegaard, Ángel Di María, James Rodríguez, Raphaël Varane, Casemiro, and others.
- The pathway has produced Premier League title winners and memorable moments, as well as some less successful stints.
