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Chelsea defender appears on Real Madrid shortlist for January move

Real Madrid are in desperate need of a right-back, having watched Lucas Vazquez struggle for a second time against Barcelona. While Fede Valverde has filled in well there at times this season, but keeping the Uruguayan there means losing…

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Real Madrid consider fresh offer for Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold after Clasico defeat

Real Madrid have been jumpstarted into action after a second thumping of the season at the hands of rivals Barcelona on Sunday night. It could see Liverpool face a fresh onslaught to bring in Trent Alexander-Arnold in the January transfer…

Tuesday, Jan 14

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Barcelona star still pushing for exit despite change in circumstances, replacement could be signed

Much has been made of Ronald Araujo’s Barcelona future over the last few weeks, amid reports that he intends to leave the club in January. The Uruguayan defender has not been happy with his place in the squad, although a change in…

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Valencia avoid giant-killing to book Copa del Rey quarter-final place

Valencia have become the first team to book their place in the quarter-finals of the 2024-25 Copa del Rey after they defeated Ourense 2-0, thus avoiding the potential of a giant-killing. Carlos Corberan’s side dominated the opening half,…

La Liga breakout star desperate to join Ajax

Ajax have been pushing hard to sign Raul Moro during the winter transfer window, although things are not progressing as they would like. As it turns out, this feeling is also shared by the player himself. Real Valladolid are aware that…

“Not good enough” – Real Madrid board makes feeling clear on problem position

The fallout from Sunday’s humiliating 5-2 defeat to Barcelona has continued for Real Madrid, and fingers continue to be pointed from the board. Specifically, they have expressed their indignation at the midfield options that Carlo…

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Manchester City agree deal for second Real Madrid defensive target

Real Madrid are expected to sign a centre-back in the next 1-2 years, although their list of targets has been gradually decreasing. Abdukodir Khusanov is set to sign for Manchester City, and another who will soon be heading to the reigning…

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Vinicius Junior unhappy with Real Madrid in aftermath of Spanish Supercup humiliation

Vinicius Junior is undoubtedly one of Real Madrid’s most important players, although he is not as nailed as he – and many others – have thought. This was confirmed on Sunday during the Spanish Super Cup final when he was taken off after 76…

La Liga side have transfer ban revoked

Earlier this week, it was reported that two La Liga sides had been handed a three-window transfer ban, those being Rayo Vallecano and Mallorca. However, one of them has now had this revoked by FIFA, just 24 hours later. As per Relevo, Rayo…

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Real Madrid hierarchy disappointed in €80m player as Carlo Ancelotti considers ending experiment

Real Madrid are still reeling from Sunday’s humiliating 5-2 defeat against Barcelona, and on the back of it, a number of players have been highlighted. One of those has been Aurelien Tchouameni, whose struggles over the last few months…

Real Madrid sent scouts to watch Manchester City winger

Real Madrid have been linked with Kyle Walker in recent days, and as it turns out, he isn’t the only Manchester City player on their watchlist. Another one that they are following is Savio, who are very familiar with from his excellent…

Real Betis leading race for 21-year-old Segunda defender

Real Betis are expected to be busy this month, and having already completed the sales of Assane Diao and Rui Silva, their first signing is edging closer, with that being for Levante defender Andres Garcia. Garcia, 21, has been a standout…

COLUMN: La Liga Midseason Awards Night – Biggest Surprise, Best Performer, Biggest Disappointment…

This is the official ‘halfway point’ of the 2024/25 season in La Liga – 19 rounds down, 19 rounds to go – and as such, I felt it appropriate to hand out a few Football España Midseason Awards. These honours will hopefully highlight the…

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Real Madrid given hope with latest Alphonso Davies contract update

Alphonso Davies has generated a lot of speculation with his contract situation, and Real Madrid are hopeful of reaching an agreement in the coming weeks. In the last few days, the chances of him heading to the Santiago Bernabeu also appear…

Arsenal and Liverpool referenced as Fabrizio Romano confirms Martin Zubimendi state of play

Martin Zubimendi’s future has generated a lot of speculation in recent years, although that looks to be ending as a move to Arsenal is on the cards. Real Sociedad have valiantly held on to their star midfielder up until now, although it…

WATCH: Pantomime villain La Liga star trolls Real Madrid after Spanish Supercup humiliation

Sunday’s Spanish Super Cup final defeat to Barcelona was humiliating enough for Real Madrid, but now one of their arch rivals of recent years has piled in, that being Mallorca defender Pablo Maffeo. During Mallorca’s training session on…

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Carlo Ancelotti keeps faith with Real Madrid star despite El Clasico horror show

Real Madrid had a horrible evening in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, losing 5-2 to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final – and for Eduardo Camavinga, it was an especially tough 90 minutes, as he was one of the standout performers (in a bad way…

Real Madrid stalwart set for first appearance in 13 months

Real Madrid are aiming to bounce back from their Superclasico horror show when they take on Celta Vigo in the Copa del Rey, and the match is expected to be a significant one for David Alaba. Alaba has not featured since December 2023 when…

Real Madrid linked with sensational move for Manchester City star

Right-back is a position that Real Madrid are looking to address in 2025, and a solution could arrive during this month’s winter transfer window. Trent Alexander-Arnold is wanted in the summer, but until then, one of his fellow Englishman…

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Aston Villa take first steps towards signing €25m La Liga centre-back

Aston Villa have developed something of taste for the Spanish market since the arrival of Unai Emery and Sporting Director Monchi, and the Villains could be back in for a central defender before long. Monchi was seen last weekend at Rayo…

‘A lot has changed for me’ – Barcelona manager Hansi Flick on goalkeeping battle

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has changed his tune on his goalkeeping battle in Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s absence, with the door opened to Wojciech Szczesny wrestling away the number one spot from Inaki Pena. As the Blaugrana prepare to face…

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Arsenal in advanced negotiations for €60m La Liga midfielder after positive talks

Many teams have tried to persuade Martin Zubimendi to leave Real Sociedad, but Arsenal believe their second attempt to secure his signature will be the decisive one. The latest reports coming out of England are that the Gunners are already…

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick on Ansu Fati future – ‘He hasn’t had the chance to show us how good he is’

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick ducked a question on the future of Ansu Fati, who was not even on the bench during their Supercup games against Athletic Club and Real Madrid. He did confirm they would be getting an injured player back…

Barcelona manager addresses Ronald Araujo future after President leaves door open to exit

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has refused to get involved in Ronald Araujo’s ongoing transfer saga, but did describe him as one of their leaders. Flick did describe the Uruguayan as one of the team’s leaders though. Araujo has been linked…

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Real Madrid still have Alphonso Davies shot as transfer saga reaches ‘decisive moment’

Bayern Munich have grown increasingly confident that they can retain Alphonso Davies in the face of interest from Real Madrid over the last month, despite the fact he can now sign a precontract with Los Blancos. His future is reaching a…

Barcelona confirm defender will miss a month of action with hamstring injury – all the games in that period

Barcelona have confirmed that defender Inigo Martinez has suffered a hamstring tear, and that the Basque defender will be spending the next four weeks on the touchline. Martinez has been a starter for Hansi Flick this season alongside Pau…

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Barcelona manager pushing for January recruit from Manchester United

Barcelona have identified their forward line as the area in most need of reinforcing in the January transfer market, and if they do make a move, that is where it will be. Manager Hansi Flick believes Marcus Rashford is the man for the job.…

Monday, Jan 13

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Real Sociedad land sucker punch on Villarreal for huge win in European battle

Real Sociedad 1-0 Villarreal Marcelino Garcia Toral suffered his very first defeat at Anoeta, as the Yellow Submarine were sunk by single goal in the second half. Real Sociedad moved up to 7th spot, two points behind Villarreal in 5th. La…

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WATCH: Robert Lewandowski caught on camera asking Ronald Araujo to stay at Barcelona

With Inigo Martinez coming off injured in the Spanish Supercup final, Ronald Araujo was sent on with just one appearance under his belt against Real Madrid. The Uruguayan was in excellent form, with some wondering whether it could be his…

Appeals Committee claim Real Madrid video of racism towards Vinicius Junior was edited

Real Madrid have had their appeal against Vinicius Junior’s red card received during their 2-1 win over Valencia rejected, with a ruling that is as detailed as it is concerning. One of the grounds upon which Real Madrid claimed that…