Real Madrid has begun the new La Liga season without a full squad in place, with the club yet to complete its transfer business ahead of the campaign's opening fixtures. The situation mirrors that of city rivals Barcelona, who are also awaiting the signing of a striker despite coach Hansi Flick expressing confidence in the club's "top" reinforcements. The incomplete rosters at two of Spain's biggest clubs underscore the frantic nature of the summer transfer window as the 2024–25 season gets under way.