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Top-tier Spanish football league.
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Arteta and Fabregas in Florentino Perez's sights to succeed Mourinho
While José Mourinho has just taken over at Real Madrid, president Florentino Perez has already identified two potential successors: Mikel Arteta and Cesc Fabregas.
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Endrick returns to Real Madrid squad for Rayo Vallecano clash
Brazilian striker Endrick, sidelined since pre-season with tendinitis, has been called up by José Mourinho for Real Madrid's home match against Rayo Vallecano in La Liga matchday 5.
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Tchouaméni-Valverde: Mourinho certifies feud is in the past
Back from injury with Real Madrid, Aurélien Tchouaméni reunited with Federico Valverde on the pitch Wednesday against Inter. José Mourinho assures that their altercation from last season is definitively resolved.
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Real Madrid's salary ceiling hits record €832m as Barcelona close gap on rivals
LaLiga's latest Squad Cost Limits place Real Madrid at a record €832.7m, well clear of Barcelona's €582.7m — a figure boosted by Camp Nou revenue and cost cuts. Atlético Madrid sit third at €361m, while Sevilla's €20m cap is the lowest in the top flight.
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Third option on the right, Yan Diomandé sinks in Real Madrid's hierarchy
Signed for €140 million this summer, the 19-year-old Ivorian winger has yet to start a single match under José Mourinho. Arda Güler and Brahim Diaz are now preferred on the right flank.
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Courtois set to extend Real Madrid stay through 2028 as succession question lingers
Thibaut Courtois is reportedly close to signing a contract extension that would keep him at Real Madrid until summer 2028, according to a report citing Fabrizio Romano. The Belgian's current deal was due to expire at the end of the 2026-27 season.
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Mbappé responds to defensive work criticism: "It's not normal"
In an interview with France Football, Kylian Mbappé defended his attacking record against criticism of his defensive efforts, arguing that his goals are unfairly overshadowed by these debates.
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Record salary cap of €832M: Real Madrid dominates La Liga for 2026-2027
La Liga has published its official salary caps for the 2026-2027 season. Real Madrid leads by a wide margin with €832 million authorized, far ahead of FC Barcelona (€582M) and Atlético de Madrid (€361M).
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Casado reveals three-year-old memory of Deportivo sealed his Barcelona loan move
Marc Casado has explained that a lasting impression from a reserve-team fixture at Deportivo three years ago proved decisive in his decision to join the newly promoted La Liga side on a season-long loan from Barcelona.
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Deco reveals why Barcelona chose Gordon over Rashford in £69m summer call
Barcelona sporting director Deco has explained why the club declined to activate their £26m option to buy on Marcus Rashford, instead spending £69m on Newcastle's Anthony Gordon, whose style Hansi Flick felt better suited the team's needs.
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Manchester United open talks with Jorge Mendes to sign Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde
Manchester United are set to open direct negotiations with agent Jorge Mendes over Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde, with Luke Shaw's fitness concerns driving the club's search for cover at the position.
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Real Madrid weigh Mac Allister swap with Camavinga as Atlético circle and City eye Alvarez return
Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister and considering a swap involving Eduardo Camavinga, while Atlético Madrid are said to be ready to rival them. Separately, Manchester City have held talks with Barcelona over Erling Haaland and are exploring a reunion with Julián Alvarez.
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Balde benched for every Barcelona game as Man United's failed loan bid fades from view
Alejandro Balde has not featured in a single minute for Barcelona this season, sitting unused on the bench in all competitions after Manchester United's summer loan approach collapsed. Manager Hansi Flick has started Joao Cancelo at left-back ahead of the 22-year-old Spaniard.
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Maresca names Toulalan as most underrated and Zidane as best of his career
Asked about standout players from his career, Manchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca cited Jérémy Toulalan as the most underrated and Zinedine Zidane as the best player he has played alongside.
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Mourinho backs Vinícius Jr after Inter win but warns effort must come first
José Mourinho publicly supported Vinícius Jr following Real Madrid's 2-1 Champions League win over Inter at the Bernabéu, but made clear the Brazilian must keep working for the team to earn that backing — and that he is not yet at his peak.
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Messi buys Eldense to set up first-ever ownership clash with Ronaldo in LaLiga2
Lionel Messi has agreed to purchase a 100% stake in Spanish second-division side Eldense, setting up a boardroom rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo, who holds a 25% stake in fellow LaLiga2 club Almeria. The two clubs are scheduled to meet on 2 May 2027.
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Messi set to acquire Eldense, Spanish second-division club
Lionel Messi has reached a preliminary agreement with Colombian investment fund TH to acquire all shares of Eldense, a Liga 2 club, for a sum exceeding €12 million.
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Luca Zidane, son of legend, turns heads in Spanish goal
Luca Zidane, son of Zinédine, continues to forge his path in Spanish football. Recent footage shows him training and competing, echoing an extraordinary family destiny.
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Mbappé ranks Dembélé above Benzema, Modric and Ronaldinho in his dream Ballon d'Or ranking
Asked about his favourite Ballon d'Or winners in history, Kylian Mbappé systematically chose Ousmane Dembélé over Benzema, Rodri, Modric and Kaká, before wavering over Ronaldinho and refusing to pick between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Mbappé ranks Champions League above Ballon d'Or after scoring in Real Madrid's win over Inter
Kylian Mbappé stated after Real Madrid's 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter that lifting the trophy in Madrid matters more to him than winning the Ballon d'Or, with the 26-year-old yet to claim Europe's top club prize.
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