Xabi Alonso keeps door open on Real Madrid move
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by John Menzies
10h ago
There has been significant speculation in regards to Xabi Alonso over the last few months, with both Liverpool and Bayern Munich having shown an interest in hiring the Basque coach, who is currently working wonders with Bayer Leverkusen. Liverpool and Bayern will both be looking for a new manager in the summer, which has led them to strongly consider Alonso. However, it now appears that neither club will get him, with The Times reporting that he intends to remain at high-flying Leverkusen for at least one more season. This move also gives Real Madrid hope of landing Alonso, possibly next summe ..read more
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“I wake up and have to pinch myself” – Jude Bellingham on living the dream at Real Madrid
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by John Menzies
12h ago
Jude Bellingham has been one of the best players in world football this season, and ever since joining Real Madrid last summer, his game has gone to another level. That is amplified by the fact that he has scored 20 goals in just 31 appearances in the famous white shirt, a remarkable return. Bellingham has opened up to Sky Sports (via Diario AS) on life at Real Madrid, and he has admitted that his time in the Spanish capital so far has been like a dream. “I try to go out on the pitch to do my job and help the team win games. People like my style of play. I move with the ball and that’s fine. I ..read more
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“This kind of reaction can never be normalised” – Premier League star gives backing to Vinicius Junior
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by John Menzies
12h ago
Vinicius Junior has been the most talked-about footballer in Spain for some time now. The Real Madrid forward’s attitude and actions on the pitch have been heavily criticised by many, with some even saying that this is the reason that he is so often subjected to racist abuse – an opinion that has been widely condemned, and rightly so. Vinicius’ situation has led to the topic of racism being widely discussed across Spanish football, including by the likes of Villarreal midfielder Dani Parejo, who appeared to condemn the 23-year-old in a recent interview. One player that has come to Vinicius’ de ..read more
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“Zero freedom of speech” – Pepe Mel fumes as Almeria star handed four-match ban for referee comments
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by John Menzies
13h ago
On Wednesday, it was reported that Almeria midfielder Gonzalo Melero will be handed a four-match ban for comments he made in the aftermath of the controversial defeat to Real Madrid in January. Melero claimed that the match, which Los Blancos won 3-2, was “stolen” from the Andalusian side. Almeria head coach Pepe Mel, who took on the role recently, meaning that he wasn’t in charge for that controversial fixture, has reacted furiously to the news that he will be unable to call on Melero for the next four matches. He also confirmed that the club has asked for precautionary measures, as per Relev ..read more
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Scheduling problems means Kylian Mbappe’s unveiling as a Real Madrid player will be delayed
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by John Menzies
14h ago
It’s anticipated that, in the coming weeks, Kylian Mbappe will announce his intention to join Real Madrid this summer. He has already notified Paris Saint-Germain that he will be leaving at the end of the season when his contract expires, and the expectation is that the Spanish capital in his next destination. Personal terms are not far off being agreed, and once they are done, Los Blancos can look forward to welcoming Mbappe to the club. However, they may be forced to wait for his official unveiling. As per Diario AS, Real Madrid will not be able to present Mbappe before the start of Euro 202 ..read more
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Real Madrid defender Eder Militao still on track to be fit for Manchester City clash
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by Ruairidh Barlow
17h ago
Real Madrid still only have two central defenders fit as they enter a crucial month of the season, featuring their Champions League clashes against Manchester City and Barcelona coming to the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. Yet Carlo Ancelotti may well have Eder Militao back for some it. While there has been a great deal of melancholy around Thibaut Courtois, who tore his meniscus once on the verge of making his return from an anterior cruciate ligament injury, and has been ruled out for the rest of the season. However Militao continues on schedule for a return against Real Mallorca, on the 13th of ..read more
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Alphonso Davies to ignore Bayern Munich contract deadline as Real Madrid move nears
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by Ruairidh Barlow
21h ago
Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies looks to be closing in on a move to Real Madrid this summer, after agent Nedal Huoseh attacked the Bavarian club for their negotiating tactics. The 22-year-old Canadian defender is out of contract in 2025, and while Bayern are keen to renew his deal, they have set a deadline for the end of the month to resolve the matter. Meanwhile Real Madrid lie in wait, hoping to capitalise on the situation in the summer, as Bayern have been clear that they will sell if Davies does not accept a new offer. Huoseh explained that Bayern’s management of the situation “It ..read more
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Villarreal veteran Dani Parejo on Vinicius Junior – ‘People call me a drunk, I don’t square up to everyone’
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by Ruairidh Barlow
22h ago
Villarreal veteran Dani Parejo has become the latest footballer to criticise Vinicius Junior’s attitude on the pitch, after he was asked about the Brazilian. The 34-year-old penned a contract extension with the Yellow Submarine earlier this week, extending his stay with them through 2026. Parejo commented to Cadena SER, via Diario AS, that he was keen to keep playing in Spain, and saw little appeal in going ot Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile he described the whistling of Alvaro Morata from the Santiago Bernabeu while on Spain duty as ‘uncomfortable and unpleasant’. “I don’t know what happens in other ..read more
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Manchester United enquire about Real Madrid forward ahead of summer
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by Ruairidh Barlow
1d ago
Manchester United were in Spain recently to hold meetings with a number of agents and clubs to assess their options in the transfer market this summer. While they are awaiting the arrival of Sporting Director Dan Ashworth from Newcastle United, they are laying some groundwork for potential deals, including for a surprise Real Madrid forward. As per Relevo, Manchester United showed interest in veteran number nine Joselu Mato. The 34-year-old on loan from Espanyol was one of the players they believe could be of use to them to offer a different option up front. With plenty of experience, experien ..read more
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“I firmly distance myself from any kind of extremism” – Antonio Rudiger defends himself amid claims from media boss
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by John Menzies
1d ago
Antonio Rudiger has been in the news in recent days, after Julian Reichelt – former Editor-in-chief of BILD digital between 2017 and 2021 – accused the Real Madrid defender of making a gesture related to terrorist organisation Islamic State, also known as IS, in an Instagram post. Rudiger, as well as the German Football Association (DfB), has since taken legal action against Reichelt, and now the 31-year-old has issued a statement on the matter, in which he vehemently denied any links with extremist groups, as per Relevo. “On the occasion of the beginning of Lent, I posted a snapshot on Instag ..read more
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