Kylian Mbappe has rubbished reports he refused to carry the Olympic flame in Paris because he wanted to be the final torchbearer.
Real Madrid are not reportedly giving up on William Saliba as Los Blancos prepare a delegation to negotiate with Arsenal for the French defender. Xabi Alonso's focus has shifted as concerns grow over their current defensive depth, following a troubling display against Paris Saint-Germain in New Jersey during the Club World Cup.
Former Premier League star Jason McAteer has raised concerns over the mental well-being of England internationals Jude Bellingham and Jack Grealish, warning that the current level of scrutiny placed on elite footballers is unsustainable without adequate psychological support. With growing public expectations and underwhelming outings in an England shirt, both players have faced a storm of negative attention in recent months.
Former Real Madrid centre-back Jesus Vallejo admitted that Rodrygo impressed him more than Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
Real Madrid players were compensated fairly as a reward of a gruelling season and for reaching the semi-finals of the Club World Cup.
Real Madrid plan to move ahead with Fran Garcia for the upcoming season and will look to offload Ferland Mendy in the process.
Real Madrid have sold yet another academy prospect, with young midfielder Chema Andres making the switch to the Bundesliga.
Liverpool have reportedly sent Ibrahima Konate a new contract offer amid Real Madrid transfer links.
Endrick has pointed to Vinicius Junior's success as a reason to stay at Real Madrid despite pressure from the club and his Brazil coach to go on loan.
