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      Iconic F1 GP set to be moved after 35 years to incredible street track with stars to race past world’s best footballers

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      FORMULA ONE’S Spanish Grand Prix could be moved to a stunning new circuit in Madrid.Spain’s Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya – which underwent a revamp ahead of the 2023 race – has hosted the event for the last 35 years.
      The Spanish Grand Prix is set to have a new additionCredit: Getty
      The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is set to have a sister circuit in 2026Credit: Getty
      How the proposed new track in Madrid will look
      But it appears a new track in Madrid is set to be introduced to the calendar in 2026.
      Reports from Spanish outlet OK Diario claim F1 is set to announce the new “Formula 1 Madrid Grand Prix” after registering trademarks with the name.
      F1 reporter Joe Saward said the announcement will see the Madrid circuit hold races for at least ten years from 2026.
      Saward adds the race will take place on a semi-permanent track around the Ifema convention centre close to Barajas Airport and next to Real Madrid’s training ground Ciudad Real Madrid.
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      The centre is located around 7km away from Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu stadium — which itself has undergone a face lift in recent months.
      F1 chiefs have been looking at Madrid as a new host for some time.

      Saward reports the race will be fully accessible by public transport including the city’s metro network, a move which would contrast the restricted viewing fans saw at the Las Vegas GP.
      Madrid last hosted an F1 race at Jarama in 1981, with Barcelona hosting the country’s race since 1991.
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      The reported new track will run by Real Madrid’s training groundCredit: AFP
      It means drivers will go past some of the world’s best footballersCredit: Getty
      The new track will also be close to the Santiago BernabeuCredit: Getty
      The Catalunya circuit’s deal runs until 2026 with Madrid and Barcelona set to initially both host races.
      It is understood to be unlikely that the Barcelona track with continue to host Grands Prix beyond then.
      Although F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has previously suggested there is a chance two Spanish races could stay on the calendar.
      Valencia has previously hosted the European GP alongside the Catalunya race.
      Speaking at the launch of an F1 exhibition in Madrid earlier this year, Domenicali said: “They are working to bring a race here and F1 is delighted to have so many contenders, because this way we become more and more popular.
      “Two races in Spain of course is very difficult, so we are happy with Barcelona who have a contract and a strong relationship – but it is true that Madrid wants a race so we will see. All of this is good for F1.”
      FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has also hinted at this move, saying: “It is a matter of meeting around a table and negotiating what is best for F1, also on the commercial side.”
      Asked about Spain hosting two races, he added: “I think so. We have to study the commercial part, but I am sure that Formula 1 will be doing that. And then it will work very well.”
      It comes after Domenicali also suggested that F1 could have as many as 30 races over the course of a season.
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      This season had 23 races and was a record in of itself, though the current Concorde agreement between teams and F1 maxes this number out to 24.
      However, that deal only runs until 2025 and could pave the way for F1 to return to Africa and head to new venues.
      F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem have openly backed the idea of a Madrid GPCredit: Rex
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      Penelope Cruz is ‘not bowled over’ by Jude Bellingham despite being a huge Real Madrid fan and ace named Golden Boy

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      PENELOPE CRUZ has not been “bowled over” by Jude Bellingham since his arrival at Real Madrid.The Golden Boy Award winner has starred since joining the LaLiga giants from Borussia Dortmund in the summer.
      Penelope Cruz has not been ‘bowled over’ by Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
      The midfielder has starred for Real Madrid since arriving in the summerCredit: Getty
      Jude Bellingham won the 2023 Golden Boy awardCredit: Rex
      Craig Slater spoke to the Spanish actress about BellinghamCredit: Sky sports
      Bellingham, 20, has earned plaudits for his performances for Los Blancos, scoring 15 goals in 17 appearances.
      However, despite growing up in Madrid and being a fan of the club, Penelope Cruz has not become a big fan of the player.
      Sky Sports reporter Craig Slater was at the premiere of the Michael Mann film ‘Ferrari’ and spoke to the Spanish actress about the England international.
      However, the Vicky Cristina Barcelona star was not overly aware of Bellingham due to being immersed in making the film.
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      He said on Sky: “I got to meet Penelope Cruz, she plays Enzo Ferrari’s wife in this film.
      “Believe it or not Penelope is from Madrid, grew up in Madrid, big Real Madrid fan.
      “I did ask her about Jude Bellingham and the start he’s made at the Bernabeu.
      “Would you believe, she didn’t really know anything about him or have anything to say.
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      “She’s gotta be the only Real fan who is not bowled over by what young Mr Bellingham is doing over there.
      “Maybe she’s been so immersed in this film she hasn’t had time to catch the games.”
      Penelope plays Laura Ferrari in the film alongside Star Wars star Adam Driver who plays Enzo Ferrari.
      The film premiered at Leicester Square, London, with many famous faces making appearances.
      Cruz grew up in MadridCredit: Rex
      She is a fan of Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Penelope Cruz, Adam Driver and Shailene Woodley at the premiere of ‘Ferrari’Credit: Getty
      Bellingham was awarded with the 2023 Golden Boy award at a ceremony in Turin, Italy.
      After collecting his prize, he said: “I’m proud to win the Golden Boy Award.
      “My secret is the responsibility since I was a kid in the Academy. I love that.
      “I want to get better every day and help Real Madrid. My focus is on that.
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      Bellingham only wants to ‘get better’Credit: Rex
      “Real Madrid is the best club in the world. I’m proud to play for Madrid.
      “I want to win all the trophies with my club and England national team” More

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      Ex-Chelsea star Marcos Alonso set to quit Barcelona after frustrating year and could return to Premier League

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      MARCOS ALONSO is set to leave Barcelona after a frustrating year with the club, a report claims.The defender left Chelsea in September 2022 but could potentially return to the Premier League next year after struggling to make an impression under Barca boss Xavi Hernandez.
      Marcos Alonso is set to leave Barcelona after joining in 2022Credit: Getty
      Alonso, 32, has a contract with Barcelona that runs out in June and the Catalan giants are not expected to offer him a renewal.
      The Spaniard is thinking about other options and according to the Spanish outlet Sport, he has received numerous offers from other clubs.
      Clubs in Saudi Arabia are reportedly interested in the defender and may offer him a move as early as January.
      Meanwhile, Manchester United plotted a swoop for Alonso before the summer transfer deadline.
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      The Red Devils were scouring the market for cover after Luke Shaw was ruled out for several months with a muscle injury.
      But the former Chelsea player may no longer be on Erik ten Hag’s radar, as Shaw has resumed training and United landed Sergio Reguilon on loan from Spurs instead.
      However, other offers in England could turn Alonso’s head away from Arabia and see him head back to the Premier League, the report claims.
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      The report confirms Barcelona will make it easy for him to return to England but the Spanish international is not considering leaving until the end of the season.
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      He helped Xavi’s side regain the La Liga title last term but his place was not guaranteed for the new season due to Financial Fair Play restrictions.
      Despite having his spot retained Alonso has still struggled for game time this campaign, having only made four league appearances.
      Alonso has fallen down Xavi’s pecking order, with first-choice left-back Alejandro Balde and now loanee Joao Cancelo ahead of him.
      With a return to the Premier League potentially on the cards the former Chelsea man will hope to have further success in English top-flight football.
      He won the league, Champions League and FA Cup with the Blues during his six-year spell at the club. More

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      Simeone gives blunt reply when asked about Felix’s wild celebration against Atletico after scoring winner for Barcelona

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      THE clash between Diego Simeone and Joao Felix continued after the Barcelona star scored against his parent club Atletico Madrid.Felix netted the winning goal in the Catalan giants’ 1-0 victory last night.
      Joao Felix scored the winner for Barcelona against Atletico MadridCredit: Getty
      The Portuguese star did not hold back with his celebrationCredit: EPA
      Diego Simeone did not want to talk about Felix after the gameCredit: AFP
      The 24-year-old Portuguese was eligible to play against Atletico despite him being on loan from them.
      And after scoring, Felix did not hold back with his celebration as he jumped on to the advertising board and held his arms out in Jude Bellingham style.
      Asked about his former player’s performance, Simeone bluntly replied: “I don’t speak about players from the other team.”
      Felix added post-match: “People have been talking about me all week, but I don’t pay attention to that.
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      “I’m just doing my job. I don’t care what people say, I work every day to become better.
      “The celebration was spontaneous. It was a release of what I had been through last summer. It was for my family.”
      Felix won LaLiga with Atletico in 2021, but his relationship with Simeone deteriorated soon after as the attacker lost his place in the team.
      It led to him signing for Chelsea on loan last January and he immediately forced another exit on return to the Spanish capital in the summer.
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      Simeone then hit out at the player, saying: “Nobody is bigger than the club.”
      Felix is keen to make his loan deal at the Nou Camp permanent.
      However, Barca may struggle to afford him amid the club’s financial troubles. More

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      Barcelona could release Robert Lewandowski on FREE TRANSFER as bizarre contract clause is revealed

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      BARCELONA could reportedly release Robert Lewandowski as a free agent thanks to a bizarre clause in his contract.The Polish striker, 35, controversially joined the LaLiga giants from Bayern Munich for £42.5million in 2022, signing a four-year deal.
      Robert Lewandowski has an unusual clause in his contract that could see him releasedCredit: Getty
      And he continued his remarkable goalscoring with 33 goals in 46 games in his debut season at the Nou Camp – plus a further eight in 16 so far this term.
      However, Sport claim Barca may have the option to terminate Lewandowski’s contract a year early at the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
      That would be dependent on how the former Bayern man gets on in his third season with Barcelona.
      It is said the club will be allowed to trigger the unusual clause if Lewandowski does not play in at least 55 per cent of Barcelona’s matches in 2024-25 – either starting or playing at least 45 minutes.
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      Lewandowski’s multi-million-pound wages change in each of the four years of his initial contract.
      But letting him leave for free in the summer of 2025 – when the striker turns 37 – would save the club around £22.3m in wages.
      Barca continue to struggle with massive debts and are constantly looking for ways to reduce costs.
      So the option to take an ageing Lewandowski off the payroll early if he is not a regular on the pitch could be appealing.
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      Despite their financial woes, Xavi led the Blaugrana to the LaLiga title last season.
      But they were reliant on cheap deals in the transfer market as Joao Felix and Joao Cancelo arrived on loan while Ilkay Gundogan and Inigo Martinez were free agents.
      Oriol Romeu cost just £3m from Girona as the club brought in cash for Nico Gonzalez, Franck Kessie, Abde Ezzalzouli and Ousmane Dembele, the latter joining PSG for £43m.
      They sit fourth in the table – losing just once in 14 matches – seven points off Real Madrid and Girona, with a game in hand.
      Barca have also booked their place in the knockout stages of the Champions League with a match to spare. More

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      Brazil ‘reach written agreement with Carlo Ancelotti for Real Madrid boss to take over as manager next year’

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      BRAZIL have reached an agreement with Carlo Ancelotti for him to become their next manager, according to reports.The Real Madrid boss has been heavily linked to the job since Tite stepped down as manager after the 2022 World Cup.
      Carlo Ancelotti has remained tight-lipped on his Real Madrid futureCredit: Getty
      Ancelotti has refused to be drawn into speculation on his future despite his Real deal expiring at the end of the season.
      That means he will be free to speak to other teams in January as he will have entered the last six months of his contract.
      Brazil are believed to have made contact with Ancelotti and their governing body the CBF has received written agreement from the Italian, report The Athletic.
      Real Madrid may try to intervene by offering Ancelotti a new contract – as long as he performs well this season.
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      Los Blancos ended the 2022-23 campaign trophyless so Ancelotti is under pressure to win LaLiga and the Champions League.
      Sources close to the club suggest Ancelotti has been sounded out over a new deal but it appears he is preparing Brazil as an alternative.
      Reports in Brazil claim the CBF understand they have “legal guarantees” Ancelotti will join.
      Brazil are reportedly considering offering Ancelotti’s son Davide a coaching role.
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      Davide, 33, started working under his father at Bayern Munich.
      Since then he has also joined him at Napoli, Everton and now Real. More

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      Our dad won it all for Chelsea and Barcelona – now we’re making our own way in football and starring for our country

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      A CHELSEA and Barcelona legend has a lot to be proud of when it comes to his celebrated football career.But now he also gets to brag about his three sons’ success, mainly in the national team where he is arguably remembered as the all-time best.
      Eidur Gudjohnsen enjoyed tremendous success at Barcelona and ChelseaCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Gudjohnsen’s three sons are following in their father’s footstepsCredit: Instagram @andri.gudjohnsen
      The legendary striker joined the Premier League at the age of 20 as he signed for Bolton and a successful two-year stint led to Chelsea.
      The now 45-year-old enjoyed six successful years at Stamford Bridge where he won two back-to-back Premier League titles as well as the League Cup in 2005 and amassed 78 goals in 263 appearances.
      The Iceland legend moved to Barcelona in 2006 where he registered 19 goals and 10 assists in 114 games and spent three years at the Nou Camp where he also won the Treble in 2009.
      The forward then underwent quite a nomadic career that saw him returning to England for Tottenham, Fulham, Stoke and former club Bolton.
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      The Icelandic hero also played for Monaco, AEK Athens, Cercle Brugge, Club Brugge, Cangzhou Mighty Lions, Molde and Pune City before his retirement in 2016.
      Have you figured him out yet? Here’s one last clue: He picked up 26 goals in 88 caps for his country…
      And it’s of course Eidur Gudjohnsen, who now sees his three sons following in his footsteps as they all play as strikers.
      Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen
      Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen is Eidur’s oldest as he was born in 1998 when his dad had just moved to the UK.
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      Sveinn’s started out at Barcelona’s famous La Masia academy in 2006 when he moved to Catalonia alongside his father and the rest of the family.
      Five years later the forward joined Spanish side Gava until 2015 when he moved back to Iceland for HK where his senior career kicked off.
      After a short stint at Icelandic outfits Valur and Breidablik the 25-year-old moved to Italy in 2018 for Spezia, who sent him out on loan to Ravenna as well as Odense.
      Sveinn has been plying his trade in Swedish club Elfsborg since 2021 and has amassed two goals in 20 caps for Iceland.
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      Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen is Eidur’s oldest and plays for IcelandCredit: Getty
      Andri Gudjohnsen
      Andri Gudjohnsen started his youth career at Barcelona as well, but he joined La Masia a year after his dad left the Nou Camp and spent three seasons learning from the best.
      The 21-year-old then joined Sveinn in Gava for two years and his impressive performances led him to Espanyol as well as Real Madrid in 2018.
      The forward managed to turn some heads in Madrid and was promoted to Real’s B team in 2021 where he amassed four goals in 21 matches.
      However, Andri never made it to Los Blancos’ first team and was offloaded in 2022 to Swedish outfit Norrkoping, who sent him out on loan to Danish side Lyngby in August.
      The striker never played for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, but has registered five goals in 18 senior appearances for Iceland.
      Andri Gudjohnsen played for both Barcelona and Real Madrid coming upCredit: Getty
      Daniel Gudjohnsen
      The youngest of the bunch, Daniel Gudjohnsen also played for Gava where he started out his youth career in 2011.
      Four years later he also went to Barcelona’s La Masia academy until 2019 when he joined Andri at Real Madrid.
      However, the 17-year-old only lasted three years in Madrid before moving to Sweden for Malmo.
      After a successful year in the Swedish giants’ youth set up, Daniel was called up to the senior squad where he has only played once, making his debut in June.

      The forward is too young to play for Iceland but is currently part of the national team’s Under-19 side.
      Daníel Gudjohnsen is Eidur’s youngest and had a similar career to his brothersCredit: Instagram @daniel.gudjohnsenn More

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      Former Barcelona Wag sends fans into meltdown in see-through snowsuit as they say ‘I hate you Marc Bartra’

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      FORMER Barcelona defender, Marc Bartra’s girlfriend wowed fans as she posted pictures from a skiing holiday to her Instagram.Jessica Goicoechea, 27, is a Spanish influencer who is in a relationship with Real Betis defender Bartra, 32.
      Jessica stunned fans with her outfitCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      She was hitting the slopes in AndorraCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica has amassed a mega 1.8million followers on Instagram.
      Her latest snaps saw her embrace the cold in Andorra.
      Situated between France and Spain in the Pyrenees Mountains, Androrra is known as one of Europe’s most popular skiing destinations.
      And Jessica, who is also a swimwear designer, showed off the outfit that she has been hitting the slopes in.
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      The influencer wore an all white bodysuit which was accompanied by a fur hat.
      She captioned the post with a series of winter themed emojis.
      Fans were quick to complement Jessica, with one saying: “From another universe ❤️.”
      A second commented: “The White Witch of Narnia x Barbie”
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      Jessica owns her own swimwear companyCredit: Instagram
      Which is named after her and called GoiCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      A third said: “you are perfect”
      While a fourth commented: “Beautiful 🎀🎀”
      And a fifth stopped by to say: “I hate you Marc Bartra.”
      Bartra is now back at Real Betis having spent last season on loan at Turkish side Trabzonspor, he has previously played for Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona.
      Check out more glam pics from Jessica below
      Jessica dates Marc BartraCredit: AP
      Jessica often shares risque photos on InstagramCredit: Getty
      Jessica is never afraid to push the boundaries on social mediaCredit: Instagram
      Jessica is not afraid to experiment with her styleCredit: Getty
      Bartra now plays for BetisCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica has attracted over 1.8million followersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/goicoechea/
      Jessica publishes a series of raunchy selfiesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/goicoechea/
      Here’s Jessica with another see-through dressCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica has also been on quite a few red carpetsCredit: Splash
      Jessica’s photos attract many likesCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica has risked an Instagram ban quite a few timesCredit: Instagram @goicoechea More