European giants Real Madrid are set to change the name of their iconic Santiago Bernabeu stadium.
Madrid are one of the biggest clubs in world football, having won 15 Champions League trophies and 36 La Liga titles among other achievements.
Over the years, some of the best players around the world have represented Los Blancos, including the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, Luis Figo and Kaka.
Most players would have had the dream of putting on the famous Madrid white shirt and walking out on the turf at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
However, it has now been claimed that the iconic name is set to be changed.
As reported by Spanish news outlet Marca, Madrid’s home ground will now simply be known as The Bernabeu, dropping ‘Santiago’.
It has been suggested that the name change has been done for commercial reasons. In recent years, the stadium has undergone a stunning refurbishment which further cemented it as one of the best in world football.
Since 1955, Madrid’s home ground has used the Santiago Bernabeu name.
The report also stated that there has been no official confirmation or word from the club regarding the name change.
Santiago Bernabeu was a former striker who played for Madrid between 1921 and 1926, after managing the club for one year, he served as president for over 34 years.
On the pitch, Madrid are looking to defend their La Liga title but are facing tough competition from rivals Atletico and Barcelona.
Currently, Carlo Ancelotti’s men are one point behind Atletico in the table after recent slip-ups against the likes of Rayo Vallecano and Athletic Club.
Last time out, Los Blancos got back on track as they sealed a 4-2 win over Sevilla, with Kylian Mbappe, Federico Valverde, Rodrygo and Brahim Diaz all on the score sheet.
Madrid will be back in La Liga action next week when they take on Valencia at the Mestalla.
