Chema Andrés will cost Real Madrid a lot

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The latest news from Real Madrid suggests that the signing of Chema Andrés is no longer an option for the Merengues after his transfer to Brighton for 23 million euros on September 1. The white club received 11.5 million euros for retaining 50% of his rights but would now have to negotiate like any other team if they were to reclaim the 21-year-old midfielder.

The scenario has gained significance due to Andrés' start in the Premier League. The former Real Madrid academy player scored his first goal against Arsenal in Brighton's 3-0 victory and is gaining prominence just weeks after arriving in England.

Chema heads home from a set-piece! 👀👏 pic.twitter.com/Tswy3xU38h

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@BHAFC) September 20, 2026

Chema Andrés is no longer under Real Madrid's control

Real Madrid transferred Andrés to Stuttgart in 2025 for 3 million euros for 50% of his rights. The midfielder had played only 37 official minutes with the first team before leaving LaLiga to test himself in the Bundesliga.

The operation was financially profitable. Stuttgart sold the player to Brighton for 23 million, allowing Madrid to receive another 11.5 million euros for the remaining percentage. In total, the white club earned 14.5 million euros from their academy player.

The problem arises if Madrid decides to try to recover him. According to SPORT, the second transfer eliminated that control over his future, and Andrés now belongs to Brighton, with whom he signed a five-season contract until 2031. The English club would have the final say on any future offer.

Brighton paid 23 million after one season in Germany

Chema Andrés' growth accelerated during his sole complete season in Germany. Stuttgart confirms he played 39 official matches, scoring four goals and providing two assists in the Bundesliga, Cup, and Europa League during the 2025/26 season.

His performance allowed Stuttgart to multiply the investment made just a year before. They had paid 3 million euros for half of his rights and ended up agreeing to his English departure in a deal valued at 23 million.

The switch to the Premier League has not halted his progression. Andrés started against Arsenal on September 19 and headed in Brighton's third goal in the 57th minute. Fabian Hürzeler's team won 3-0 and finished the fifth matchday in third place with 10 points.

The midfielder stands 1.90 meters tall, a trait he is also capitalizing on in set-piece situations. His first Premier League goal came from a corner against the reigning English champions.

Chema Andrés' price could become a problem

The contractual situation completely changes any possible return. Andrés arrived at Brighton for 23 million euros and is under contract until 2031, so Real Madrid no longer has a buyback option that would unilaterally set the conditions for his return.

The player himself is currently not considering a return to LaLiga. In his recent statements, he admitted that returning to Madrid would be an honor but made it clear that his focus is on establishing himself in England after landing in Brighton this summer.

His upcoming season stretch will be crucial in determining his new valuation. At 21 years old, with a contract until 2031, and an immediate impact in the Premier League, Brighton holds a vastly different negotiating position compared to what Stuttgart had a year ago. If Real Madrid decides one day to recover Chema Andrés, they will have to sit down to negotiate a new transfer without the contract control they had until this summer.

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