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27-05-2025
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Juventus contact Real Madrid over summer deal for attacker
La Liga giants Real Madrid this week received fresh contact from their counterparts at Italian heavyweights Juventus, over a potential transfer for the summer. That's according to Spanish journalist Eduardo Inda, who points towards Endrick as the player at the heart of the discussions. Frontman Endrick is for his part of course fresh off something of a hit-and-miss debut campaign in Spain's capital. Though he showcased flashes of his undoubted potential, particularly in the Copa del Rey, the Brazilian found game-time largely difficult to come by. As much came with Kylian Mbappé ahead of Endrick in the centre-forward pecking order in Carlo Ancelotti's squad. With this in mind, another of European football's leading clubs have this week moved to take advantage of the young attacker's situation with a view to next season. As per the aforementioned Eduardo Inda: 'Juventus have requested Endrick's loan. Xabi Alonso would be willing to let the Brazilian leave if the club signed a backup striker for Mbappé.' 👋🏻 La Juventus pide la cesión de Endrick🤔 Xabi Alonso sólo estaría dispuesto a dejar salir al brasileño en el caso de que el club blanco fiche a un delantero suplente para Mbappé📌 — Eduardo Inda (@eduardoinda) May 27, 2025 Conor Laird – GSFN
Yahoo
07-05-2025
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Atlético Madrid star agrees new long-term contract
Atlético Madrid star agrees new long-term contract A leading member of the midfield ranks at La Liga giants Atlético Madrid has agreed on the terms of a new contract with the club. That's according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, citing the reliable Matteo Moretto, who point towards Pablo Barrios as the player in question. Youngster Barrios has for his part spent the season to date building upon his reputation as a star in the making in Spain's capital. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement Still just 21 years of age, the Spaniard has racked up 32 starts between La Liga and the Champions League, chipping in with a goal and three assists along the way. Barrios is at this point considered one of the first names on the team sheet of boss Diego Simeone, a testament to the midfielder's quality and attitude alike. In turn, it should come as little surprise to hear of Barrios' excellence this week being rewarded. As per a report from Fabrizio Romano: 'Pablo Barrios, set to sign new deal at Atlético Madrid valid until June 2030.' 🚨🔴⚪️ Pablo Barrios, set to sign new deal at Atlético Madrid valid until June 2030. Agreement done, per @MatteMoretto. — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 6, 2025 Conor Laird – GSFN
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Sport
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‘Since Rodri won…' – Barcelona star reveals Ballon d'Or dream
Barcelona star Pedri has on Monday admitted that winning the Ballon d'Or is something of a personal dream. The subject of the next 'Golden Ball' has of course long proven a prominent one in the chatter in Catalunya's capital. Advertisement This comes with a number of Barcelona's standout stars in the midst of nothing short of sensational individual campaigns. Amid an ongoing search for the treble, the likes of Raphinha, Lamine Yamal and the aforementioned Pedri have all been named as legitimate contenders to be named world football's best player. And though he has previously been keen to play the subject down, on Monday, the latter of this trio at last admitted that a Ballon d'Or triumph is very much on his wishlist. Speaking to the media, in quotes gathered by journalist Fabrizio Romano, Pedri admitted: 'Since Rodri won the Ballon d'Or, it has become clear that a player who controls the midfield and dictates the tempo of the game can win this award. It has always been my dream to win the Ballon d'Or, but right now my focus is on team trophies'. Conor Laird – GSFN
Yahoo
23-04-2025
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Nico Williams set to miss Athletic Club's trip to Real Madrid
Athletic Club will be forced to make do without the contributions of a key member of the club's frontline in their upcoming meeting with Real Madrid. This comes amid confirmation that Nico Williams will play no part in the fixture. Athletic Club are of course primed to return to action later this evening. Fresh off booking their spot in the semi-finals of the Europa League in midweek, the Basque outfit will shift focus back towards matters on the domestic front. A trip to Spain's capital lies in wait, to take on a wounded Real Madrid. As alluded to above, though, in efforts to secure what would be an impressive win at the Santiago Bernabéu, Ernesto Valverde and co. will need to make do without star winger Nico Williams. As per a statement across and social media platforms: 'Nico Williams has a sports hernia and will miss Sunday's La Liga fixture against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu.' Conor Laird – GSFN
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Sport
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Arsenal star Saka hails Vinícius Jr. ahead of Real Madrid showdown
Arsenal star Saka hails Vinícius Jr. ahead of Real Madrid showdown Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has this week moved to reveal his appreciation for Real Madrid counterpart Vinícius Jr. This of course comes ahead of the upcoming meeting between the two players, and their respective clubs. Advertisement Arsenal will act as hosts on Tuesday evening, for the first leg of a highly-anticipated Champions League quarter-final tie with reigning holders Real Madrid. The matchup will see some of the game's standout attacking talent lock horns, from Vinícius Jr. and Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid, to the aforementioned Bukayo Saka at Arsenal. And as alluded to above, in the buildup to the fixture, the latter of these players made clear his appreciation for Vinícius. Speaking to the media with a view to tomorrow's action, wide-man Saka was drawn on the difficulties which Real Madrid's attacking talisman has faced when it comes to racist abuse. Advertisement And the England international made use of the opportunity to hail Vinícius for his resilience, explaining: 'Racist insults directed at Vinícius ? I know him as a player and I know his path. He's had difficult moments, but he's shown he's bigger than that.' Conor Laird – GSFN
