Real Madrid are considering a dramatic exit from La Liga to join a foreign league, according to bombshell reports from Spain.
The Spanish giants are exploring the possibility of seeking 'asylum' in another top-flight competition amid escalating tensions with La Liga.
The revelation comes as the club finds itself embroiled in fresh disputes with league president Javier Tebas and match officials over perceived injustices.
Recent tensions escalated after a controversial incident in Madrid's 1-0 loss to Espanyol, where goalscorer Carlos Romero avoided a red card for a tackle on Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid are reportedly ready to quit La Liga
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The situation worsened during a 1-1 draw with Osasuna, where manager Carlo Ancelotti criticised officials after Jude Bellingham's dismissal.
Ancelotti quipped that "VAR must have been turned off" during the match, which has given Barcelona the opportunity to claim the league's top spot.
Tebas responded to Madrid's protests by claiming the club had "lost their minds" over the controversies.
According to Spanish publication SPORT, Real Madrid are exploring France, Italy or Germany as potential destinations for their dramatic league switch.
The club had previously considered a move to the Premier League several years ago, though that option appears to have been ruled out in their current plans.
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Such a move would see Los Blancos regularly competing on foreign soil, beyond their usual Champions League appearances, where they currently lead Manchester City 3-2 in their playoff tie.
Any potential move would require a complex approval process involving multiple governing bodies.
Club president Florentino Perez would need to secure FIFA's approval to request a change of competition, followed by La Liga's endorsement.
The final hurdle would involve seeking permission from UEFA, with whom Madrid already has strained relations due to their previous support of the European Super League.
The relationship between Real Madrid and Tebas appears to have reached an all-time low amid these developments.
According to the report, Madrid believes Tebas has orchestrated an anti-Madrid "crusade" by turning other Spanish clubs against them.
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The club reportedly feels threatened by their involvement in the Super League project, which has contributed to the deteriorating relationship with the La Liga president.
These latest developments underscore the growing divide between Spain's most successful club and the league's leadership, potentially setting the stage for an unprecedented move in European football.
