Real Madrid Femenino is gearing up for the 2025-26 season with some exciting new signings and a fresh head coach. The club clearly wants to become one of the top women’s teams in Europe.
Fresh Faces Join the Ranks
Real Madrid Femenino has secured the services of several standout players this summer, signaling a clear intent to climb the ladder in women’s football. Among the new recruits is Bella Andersson, a 19-year-old Swedish center-back known for her physical strength and technical skills. Andersson, who arrives from Hammarby I.F., has inked a contract that will keep her at the club through June 2029. Even though she’s young, she’s already played for Sweden’s U-19 team and is seen as a promising defender.
Andersson isn’t the only fresh face. The club also welcomed experienced midfielder Sara Däbritz, a German international with a decorated career. Däbritz’s resume boasts six major titles from her time at Olympique Lyon, including three league championships and two Super Cups. She also played for Paris Saint-Germain, winning a league title and the French Cup there. Däbritz has been a pivotal figure for Germany since 2013, contributing to their 2013 European Championship win and the gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Other new signings include goalkeeper Merle Frohms, full-back Emma Holmgaard, and central midfielder Hanna Bennison. Alongside these arrivals, Real Madrid promoted Pau Comendador from their reserve squad, adding depth and homegrown talent to the squad.
New Leadership at the Helm
Real Madrid Femenino has also announced Pau Quesada as the team's new head coach.
Quesada, who was most recently an assistant at Torino FC in Italy’s Serie A, has a history with Real Madrid’s youth teams, having guided Real Madrid C to promotion to the 2nd RFEF division and worked with Juvenil C and Cadete A squads. His return to Madrid comes with expectations to elevate the women’s team to an elite European level.
Taking over from Alberto Toril, Signing Quesada for two years shows the club wants steady growth over time. With his background in youth teams and recent work in Italy’s Serie A, he’s well placed to help the squad grow and compete.
Aiming for European Glory
Real Madrid is clearly trying to challenge the usual top teams in women’s football with these signings. With Barcelona Femení setting a high bar in Spain and Europe, Real Madrid is investing heavily in talent and coaching to close the gap.
The blend of young prospects like Andersson and seasoned veterans like Däbritz brings a mix of energy and experience.
Quesada will have to prove himself as the team works to find its style and stay consistent. His track record of promotions and working with youth players suggests a focus on building a strong foundation. Plus, the club’s commitment to long-term contracts signals a willingness to nurture talent over several seasons rather than chase quick fixes.
Fans and analysts alike will watch closely to see how this revamped squad performs in the upcoming season. The challenge is steep. But with fresh signings and a new coach, Real Madrid Femenino is positioning itself as a serious contender in women's football’s evolving landscape.
The 2025-26 season looks like a new beginning for Real Madrid Femenino. With a blend of promising young players, seasoned internationals, and a coach focused on growth, the club aims to carve out a place among Europe’s best. We’ll have to wait and see if this leads to trophies, but the team has a solid base now.
