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      How Man Utd beat off Real Madrid’s attempted transfer hijack of £52m defender Leny Yoro only for defender to get injured

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      THE decision maker for Leny Yoro’s move to Manchester United over Real Madrid has been revealed.Yoro, 18, signed a five-year contract with the option of a further 12 months with United for £52m.The decision maker in Leny Yoro’s transfer to Man Utd over Real Madrid has been revealedCredit: RexThe 18-year-old is currently out injured after fracturing his metatarsalCredit: https://x.com/leny_yoroAfter winning the Champions League, Real Madrid sought a new central defender due to long-time player Nacho leaving the club at the end of his contract. The reigning LaLiga and European champions offered Leny Yoro a salary of £2.5 million per season. However, United presented a significantly more lucrative deal, offering Yoro triple that offer for £8.1 million per year, as reported by Marca.Red Devils boss Erik Ten Hag was eager to integrate the promising talent into his squad.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd Yoro made his friendly debut against Rangers after just a few days of pre-season training.He then travelled to America with the team for more friendly matches but suffered a serious injury during a game against Arsenal.This injury required metatarsal surgery sidelining him for an expected three months.He will not be rushed back after United secured the double signing of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui for a combined fee of £60m.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDespite discovering Yoro’s potential metatarsal issues, club executives chose to push ahead with the move.It was seen as a rare opportunity to capture one of Europe’s highly-regarded young stars.Man Utd’s completed summer transfer dealsBut Real Madrid later clarified that they were not willing to invest in players not necessarily needed in Carlo Ancelotti’s team, especially after enhancing their squad with the signing of superstar Kylian Mbappe. More

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      Erling Haaland set for record-breaking new Man City contract but special clause is good news for Real Madrid

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      ERLING HAALAND is poised to sign a new Manchester City contract that will make him the highest-paid player in the Premier League, according to reports.The Norwegian striker, 24, has been sensational since arriving at the Etihad in 2022, scoring 97 goals in 102 games.Erling Haaland is set to pen a deal to make him the highest-paid Premier League playerCredit: AlamyBefore the international break he bagged back-to-back hat-tricks against Ipswich and West Ham to take his tally for the new season to SEVEN in just three matches.According to Marca, he is soon expected to put pen to paper on a new deal – with his existing contract expiring in 2027.And the fresh terms are set to make him the biggest earner in the Premier League.He currently rakes in £375,000 per week, placing him second on the wages list behind team-mate Kevin de Bruyne – who earns £400,000 per week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Real Madrid, who plan to go after Haaland in the future, will be boosted by the make-up of his new Man City contract.That is because it will reportedly include a release clause, although the fee is unknown.Man City triggered Haaland’s £51million release clause when they signed him from Borussia Dortmund two years ago.Real Madrid have no immediate plans to pursue Haaland following the arrival of Kylian Mbappe.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHaaland’s new contract is set to take him above De BruyneHaaland’s agent Rafaela Pimenta spoke about Real Madrid in 2023, saying: “There’s the Premier League and then there’s also Madrid.”They have something of their own that is also the dream for the players.Fans ask ‘how can you not love him?’ after Haaland’s blunt eight-word response to reporter’s fantasy football question”Madrid keeps this magic going. They don’t have the weekly competitions, but they have the Champions League.”Erling Haaland’s career in numbersAge: 24Club games: 302Club goals: 252International games: 34International goals: 31Trophies: Austrian Bundesliga, Austrian Cup, German Cup, Premier League x2, FA Cup, Champions League, Uefa Super CupIndividual honours: European Golden Shoe, Bundesliga Player of the Season, Bundesliga Team of the Season x2, Premier League Player of the Season, PFA Team of the Year x2, Premier League Golden Boot x2, Champions League top scorer x2, Uefa Men’s Player of the Year x2 More

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      Kylian Mbappe set to be booed by his OWN fans as he returns to Paris… but Real Madrid star says he ‘doesn’t care’

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      KYLIAN MBAPPE “doesn’t care” if he is booed by his own French fans against Italy when he returns to the Paris Saint-Germain stadium on Friday.The striker finally departed PSG for Real Madrid this summer amid a reported dispute over more than £46million in unpaid wages.Kylian Mbappe looks as relaxed as he claims he is about his receptionCredit: AFPKylian Mbappe and Youssouf Fofana are preparing to face ItalyCredit: AFPNow the 25-year-old will be back at the Parc des Princes for a Nations League opener.The speedster, who netted a World Cup final hat-trick in vain against Argentina, is tipped for a hostile greeting.But he said: “Tomorrow’s reception, I don’t expect much. I don’t care. The important thing is to win.”Mbappe rediscovered his scoring form with a double as Madrid beat Real Betis 2-0 on Sunday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat put Carlo Ancelotti’s men second in LaLiga, four points behind 100 per cent team Barcelona.And Mbappe said: “I feel good, physically and mentally”I’m happy where I am and about what I do, and I know it will get even better as the matches go on.”However, he had exacerbated discontent among PSG fans with his ecstatic response to joining Real in a five-year deal three months ago.Most read in FootballMbappe insists he is only thinking of France not the reception he getsCredit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe said at the time: “A dream come true. So happy and proud to join the club of my dream.”Nobody can understand how excited I am…”Watch Jude Bellingham’s expletive-laden instructions to Mbappe and Co at half-time of Real Madrid drawHe notched 256 goals in 308 games for PSG from 2018-2024 before taking a £51M pay cut to leave for the Spanish giants.Now he’s switching his attention back to Les Bleus, for who he’s netted 48 times in 84 matches.France and Italy will both feel they underachieved at Euro 2024.The French still reached the semi-finals in Germany.But Mbappe broke his nose in their first match.After that he played in a vision-restricting mask – until the last-four 2-1 KO against eventual tournament winners Spain.Mbappe confirmed that his injury is completely in the past.He said: “I underwent exams in Madrid, they told me surgery was not necessary.”I don’t have any problem to breathe and to sleep.”Now he is hoping to give the kiss of life to his reputation in the French capital – whatever the reception.READ MORE SUN STORIESDidier Deschamps’ men are in the Nations League’s A2 group alongside Belgium and Israel – but first aim to see off Luciano Spalletti’s Azzurri.Mbappe’s Real are only eighth in the list. two spots behind PSG More

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      Former Arsenal star, 28, posts gruesome photo of ankle injury after being ruled out for two months

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      REAL MADRID’S former Arsenal star Dani Ceballos has posted a picture of his gruesome ankle injury on social media.The Spanish midfielder, 28, has been ruled out for two months after sustaining a grim sprain in Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Real Betis on Sunday.Dani Ceballos posted this gruesome picture on social media after Madrid’s winThe Madrid midfielder spent two seasons on loan with ArsenalA Real Madrid statement read: “Ceballos has been diagnosed with a Grade III sprain affecting the ligaments in the right ankle. He will be unavailable for six to eight weeks.”Ceballos did not show any visible signs of pain after a tussle with Betis defender Youssouf Sabaly, before being replaced by Brahim Diaz in the 65th minute.Several snaps showed his ankle looking bruised and swollen.The former Gunners loanee posted an update with the grim picture on his Instagram story alongside the caption: “One less day to return🙏🏼”.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSMoments after his substitution, new signing Kylian Mbappe scored his first LaLiga goals – a double in the space of nine minutes.But the swollen ankle injury has put a dent in Ceballos’ hopes of taking advatage of Madrid’s midfield injuries and becoming a regular in Carlo Ancelotti’s side.The former Prem loan star was given his first start of the campaign after barely featuring in Madrid’s first four games.England ace Jude Bellingham has been forced to watch from the sidelines so far this season after picking up a plantar fasciitis injury in his right leg in summer training.Most read in FootballMadrid fans were initially unaware of Ceballos’ injury as he was subbedFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLeft-back Ferland Mendy and midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni have both withdrawn from France’s Uefa Nations League camp. Mendy was sent back to the Bernabeu with hamstring fatigue and Tchoumameni has a strained left foot.Mesut Ozil shows off incredible body transformation in new video as ex-Arsenal star takes fans inside insane workoutsFellow midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is also out injured after missing Madrid’s 2-0 Uefa Super Cup victory over Atalanta.Ceballos moved to Madrid from Real Betis in 2017.He subsequently spent two years on loan at Arsenal between 2019 and 2021, playing 77 times under Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta.He was picked as part of Spain’s Olympic squad for Tokyo 2021, but his tournament was cut short with a horrific ankle injury then too.Upon his return to Madrid he managed to carve out a role for himself, and won two Champions Leagues, in 2022 and this year.Ceballos’ Arsenal stintMidfielder spent two seasons with the Gunners2019-20 season:37 appearancesTwo goalsTwo assistsNotable for: Unai Emery being sacked on November 29, and replaced by Mikel Arteta the following month. Winning the FA Cup, and starting the final against Chelsea.2020-21 season:40 appearancesZero goalsThree assistsNotable for: Losing his earlier prominence, starting just 17 Premier League games. Slumping to eighth in Arteta’s first season in charge. More

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      Real Madrid ‘make Rodri priority transfer target’ in stunning move with Man City star yet to commit to new deal

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      REAL MADRID have made Rodri a priority target ahead of next summer, according to reports.The midfielder has been one of Manchester City’s most important players in recent years and finished fifth in the Ballon d’Or last year.Real Madrid have made Rodri a ‘priority’ signingCredit: GettyHe played a crucial role in City winning their fourth Premier League title in a row this year before helping Spain win Euro 2024.That has sparked interest from Real Madrid, who are still in search of a long-term successor for Toni Kroos.Real could make a move for Rodri next summer after making him a “priority” target, report AS.The Spanish outlet claim a move to the Bernabeu would appeal to Madrid native Rodri.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever he has also been offered a bumper new deal by City with the club willing to make the midfielder their joint highest paid player on £375,000-a-week.Rodri, 28, still has nearly three years left on his deal but City are keen to tie down his long-term future after he admitted Spain’s contingent of Real players tried to lure him to the Bernabeu.City are even willing to re-structure De Bruyne’s contract to make sure Rodri is level with the Belgian as the highest earner in the squad.That would involve reducing midfielder’s base salary but offering lucrative bonuses to make up for the loss.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCity also want De Bruyne to sign a new deal as his contract expires at the end of the season.That means he would be able to talk to clubs outside the UK in January, including Saudi Arabia where teams have shown interest previously.Mo Salah appears to confirm Liverpool transfer exit live on Sky Sports after ripping Man Utd to shreds More

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      Eagle-eyed fans spot moment Kylian Mbappe ‘got the Rudiger treatment’ after scoring first Real Madrid goal in Super Cup

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      EAGLE-EYED fans were quick to spot Kylian Mbappe’s debut goal for Real Madrid was celebrated in true Antonio Rudiger fashion.Mbappe, 25, scored his first Los Blancos goal – assisted by Jude Bellingham – to round off a 2-0 win over Atalanta in the Uefa Super Cup in Warsaw.Kylian Mbappe ‘got the Rudiger treatment’, claim fansCredit: BEinSPORTSRudiger was joined by every Real Madrid player as they celebrated Mbappe’s debut goalCredit: GettyMbappe fired Madrid 2-0 up in the Uefa Super Cup finalCredit: SplashThe former Paris-Saint Germain winger started as the Real Madrid No9 after completing “the world’s most expensive free transfer”.Mbappe found himself in the right place near the penalty spot to finish off a brilliant Bellingham move into the top corner in the 68th minute.The France international darted to the corner flag to celebrate his first goal of his new career, where he was joined by his team-mates.While the French superstar celebrated with his trademark arms folded routine, Bellingham was on the other side of the pitch, screaming and punching the air with delight.Most read in FootballAnd Rudiger, who often slaps his Real pals on the head when they score, dispensed the same treatment on Mbappe after he bagged.The German defender began jokingly smacking him all over his head, back and legs as the whole team huddled to congratulate Mbappe.Defender Eder Militao also got involved as he leaned over the huddle before slapping the top of his head.Fans found the celebration amusing with one supporter reacting saying: “Mbappe got the Rudiger treatment.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnother added: “Rudiger hitting Mbappe, I’m laughing my head off, we are the best team in the world👏.”A third swooned: “That is the only way to welcome him. Rudiger is crazy🤣.”Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe features in advert for ‘Chinese Instagram’A fourth noted: “Rudiger never lets up. He is relentless with this!🤣”Bellingham was named Man of the Match by the Uefa panel and Carlo Ancelotti fully agreed with the verdict.He said: “He is a great player, there is no debating it. His second half performance was astonishing, especially as he has only been training for seven days.”Meanwhile, Madrid’s ticket prices have exploded after Mbappe’s arrival at the Santiago Bernabeu.German publication Bild quoted Spanish newspaper Marca, who claim the cheapest ticket has jumped from €55 (£47) last season, to €95 (£81) for their season opener against Valladolid.Kylian Mbappe ‘snaps up £15m mansion in Beckham’s old neighbourhood’ next door to Real Madrid legend and Hollywood starBy Gerard CouzensKYLIAN MBAPPE has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in Madrid.The French superstar, whose drawn-out transfer to Real Madrid has finally being confirmed, is said to have finalised the purchase late last month.Respected Spanish daily La Razon says the house he has bought is in the exclusive Madrid suburb of La Moraleja, where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capital.And it says his neighbours will include former Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and his stunning model wife Pilar Rubio as well as Hollywood star Richard Gere and his Spanish publicist wife Alejandra Silva.La Razon said Mbappe had considered the gated estate of La Finca where Jude Bellingham lives and Cristiano Ronaldo still owns property as an option.But it reported the 25-year-old, who threw an extravagant party for 250 guests at a stylish Italian restaurant a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, ended up opting for La Moraleja a 15-minute drive from Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex because it was “more comfortable.”Read more on Mbappe’s property hunt. More

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      Real Madrid’s extortionate new ticket prices revealed as Kylian Mbappe transfer leads to 73 per cent increase

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      REAL MADRID’S ticket prices have exploded after Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at the Santiago Bernabeu.Real finally landed Mbappe, 25, in the summer as a free agent from Paris Saint-Germain and he is expected to pocket £12.8million per year after tax as part of a five-year deal.Real Madrid’s home ticket prices have increased by 73 per centCredit: GettyReal fans will have to dig deep in their pockets to watch Kylian Mbappe in actionCredit: ReutersBut fans who want to watch the France international, and the rest of the Galacticos, live in Madrid will have to dig deep into their pockets.German publication Bild quoted Spanish newspaper Marca, who claim the cheapest ticket for the first home game of the season against Valladolid on August 25 costs a staggering €95 (£81).Last year, the cheapest ticket at the Bernabeu cost €55 (£47), which means there was a whopping 73 per cent increase in prices.Even the most expensive “normal” ticket outside of business seats and VIP boxes is now significantly more pricey as it now costs €210 (£180).Read More on FootballAway fans are also affected as they will have to pay almost €100 (£86) for a seat right at the top under the stadium roof.Real are one of four La Liga clubs, along with Villarreal, Rayo Vallecano, Espanyol and Barcelona, that refused to sign an agreement that an away ticket cannot cost more than €30 (£26).The above prices may even seem relatively cheap at some points this upcoming season.It is expected costs will rocket even higher when Carlo Ancelotti’s play in the Champions League or against bigger sides in LaLiga.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSReal’s season officially kicked off on Wednesday when they beat Europa League holders Atalanta for the European Super Cup.Mbappe made his official debut and led Los Blancos to a 2-0 victory at the Kazimierz Gorski National Stadium in Warsaw.Real Madrid’s stadium looks unrecognisable as it prepares for ‘never-before-seen’ presentation of Kylian MbappeThe star striker scored on his Real bow after Federico Valverde opened the scoring for the reigning European champions.But it was England star Jude Bellingham who was man of the match as after he assisted Mbappe’s goal.Real landed Mbappe as a free agent from Paris Saint-Germain More

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      Real Madrid and Barcelona in Trent Alexander-Arnold transfer battle as Liverpool bid to stop star running down contract

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      REAL MADRID and Barcelona are watching Trent Alexander-Arnold’s  situation at Liverpool closely.The Liverpool vice-captain, 25, is out of contract next year and has been strongly linked with a move to the European champions.Trent Alexander-Arnold has developed into one of the world’s best right backs but his next step is unclearCredit: EPAReports in Spain say both LaLiga clubs think the England ace is willing to leave following the progress of 21-year-old right-back Conor Bradley.The Reds will offer Alexander-Arnold a new deal that would increase his £180,000-per-week wages — but they are not willing to break the bank.And rumours have swirled that he may leave to join England team-mate Jude Bellingham at the Bernabeu.The pair were also spotted holidaying in Los Angeles together last month, where Alexander-Arnold was seen signing a Madrid shirt for a fan.Read more transfer newsAnfield bosses also have to sort out what to do with Mo Salah, 32, and Virgil van Dijk, 33, who are the only two players at Anfield who earn more than Alexander-Arnold.All three players contracts will expire in June 2025.It still seems unlikely Liverpool would cash in on their academy graduate this summer as it would be a wrench for both parties.But Real and Barca, along with other top clubs, are looking at what might be possible in the next 12 months or so.Most read in FootballJude Bellingham and Trent Alexander Arnold holidayed together in LACredit: InstragramFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHis assist tally and chance creation from right back have led to calls for him to be utilised further forward despite misgivings about that from former boss Jurgen Klopp.Alexander-Arnold is arguably the most complete passer in the game bar Kevin De Bruyne, and has scored 15 goals for Liverpool and provided 58 assists, a record for defenders in the Premier League.SunSport launches weekly Football League feature called ‘What the EFL-!’New boss Arne Slot prefers a more orthodox right back, with Northern Ireland international Bradley mooted as the more natural fit there.Meanwhile, Liverpool legend Michael Owen said Madrid might prove too irresistible of a destination for Alexander-Arnold.Owen told Casino Hawks: “Obviously Real Madrid at the moment are the best team in Europe, they are the biggest team in the world and have that iconic kit and their players… It’s the best stage in Europe.”I had a similar thing at that stage of my career, and I decided that it was an opportunity that I couldn’t pass up. “I don’t know if it’s an opportunity for Trent or a possibility, but he’d have a lot to think about if they came in for him.”Liverpool are the only Premier League club yet to sign a player in the summer transfer window but are expected to bring in a new defensive midfielder.Real Sociedad and Spain star Martin Zubimendi – who has a £51.7m release clause – is a top-priority for new boss Arne Slot.Slot snubbed Spurs, hates defending and has a PASS named after himBy Dan KingLIVERPOOL’S new manager Arne Slot was a good enough player to have a type of pass named after him.But it is as a manager that the Feyenoord head coach is really making his mark.Like another bald Dutchman, Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag, Slot earned his stripes bossing smaller sides before being given a chance at one of the Netherlands’ big three.But the question Liverpool are pondering is whether Slot would make a better fist of running one of the biggest clubs in the world than Ten Hag so far has at Old Trafford.Slot, 45, was certainly easier on the eye as a player than centre back Ten Hag.“The Arne Slot Ball” was something he perfected as a silky No 10 – a back-to-goal, first-time, 180-degree spin and flick behind the defensive line for a winger to run on to deep in the opposition half.Click here to read all about the incoming Liverpool boss. More