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      Liverpool and Real Madrid ‘to hold Trent Alexander-Arnold talks’ TODAY… hours before huge Champions League clash

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      LIVERPOOL and Real Madrid execs are reportedly set to hold talks over the transfer of Trent Alexander-Arnold today.Alexander-Arnold has been linked with a switch to the Spanish capital with his current deal at Liverpool set to expire this summer.Real Madrid are keen to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from LiverpoolCredit: AlamyReal Madrid have arrived in Liverpool ahead of tonight’s Champions League league phase match between the two European giants.And according to Spanish outlet Marca, execs from both clubs have agreed to meet for lunch just over six hours before kick off.It’s suggested that the meeting in question will cover the possibility of Real Madrid signing long-term target Alexander-Arnold.The England right-back is hugely admired by Los Blancos and is widely reported to be the number one target for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he is loved on Merseyside as an academy graduate who has helped the team with the Premier League, Champions league, FA Cup and League Cup since bursting into the first team.Marca claim that the relationship between Liverpool and Real Madrid is strong and that the Reds have already made contact with Real about their interest in Alexander-Arnold.No contract extension has been agreed between the ball-playing full-back and Liverpool, meaning an exit on a free transfer in the summer is still a very real possibility.And it’s reported that Real Madrid are hoping that Liverpool will be open to selling Alexander-Arnold in January in order to make some money from their star man.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAlexander-Arnold isn’t the only Liverpool superstar hurtling towards the end of his current terms with the club.Both Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah are heading into the final six months of their contracts with both players’ deals set to expire this summer.Jamie Carragher slams Mo Salah over ‘selfish’ interview after Liverpool star reveals he’s ‘more out than in’And Salah has even admitted he is “more out than in” with no contract offer on the table from Liverpool yet.He said: “Well, we are almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in the club. I’m probably more out than in.”I’m not going to retire soon so I’m just playing, focusing on the season and I’m trying to win the Premier League and hopefully the Champions League as well.”I’m disappointed but we will see.”Liverpool face Real Madrid at Anfield tonight in a replay of the 2018 Champions League final.Arne Slot’s side will be hoping to keep their electric form going ahead of a tricky test against Pep Guardiola’s stumbling Man City on Sunday. More

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      Man Utd ‘transfer plans revealed as Ruben Amorim eyes Jarrad Branthwaite and Champions League-winning dream target’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are drawing up plans to return to land No1 defensive target Jarrad Branthwaite, according to reports. Ruben Amorim is set to take charge of his first game for the Red Devils against Ipswich on Sunday.Man Utd are planning some major transfers to bolster Ruben Amorim’s teamCredit: GettyThe club are reportedly considering returning for Jarrad BranthwaiteCredit: AlamyJamie Carragher is intrigued to see how such a “radical” move with work mid-season, while Amorim himself has warned fans they will need to prepare for some “hard moments”.Regardless, United transfer chiefs look set to press on with plans to sure up the defence despite landing three defenders in the summer.According to the Daily Mail, United are considering whether to return to Everton’s doorstep with an offer for Branthwaite.They saw two bids for the Englishman, 22, rejected in the summer, with the latter reaching £50million including add-ons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBraithwaite’s arrival would serve to bolster the defence for a three-player defence, with Amorim’s style seeing him play a 3-4-3 shape rather than the 4-3-3 previously seen under Erik ten Hag.However, the report says United will need to sell players if they want to make this move in January or next summer.Elsewhere, United remain in the race to land Bayern Munich left wing-back Alphonso Davies.The Canadian’s contract with the Bavarians expires in the summer, and according to AS he has made no decision over his future.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLa Liga giants Real Madrid have been long-term admirers of Davies, 24, and are reported by the outlet to have transferred their offer to the player’s agent.This being said, with Ferland Mendy at the Bernabeu, strengthening the position is not a priority and they are not willing to get into a battle with other clubs.Jarrad Branthwaite talks about his history of playing for Everton Bild reports the offer for the Champions League winner is worth just under £10m per year.But Davies’ agent Nedal Huoseh has dismissed talk of an agreement and claimed it is actually Man Utd who are “bidding hard” to sign Davies.With Luke Shaw’s fitness once again proving to be unreliable this season and Tyrell Malacia only recently returning from a long-term injury, moving for Davies would make sense as an aggressive wing-back option for Amorim.SunSport have taken an extensive look into how Amorim is expected to get the team playing in the latest edition of our Tactics Exposed series.A win can put Man Utd seventh in the table if results elsewhere go in their favour.Alphonso Davies is in talks with Real Madrid and Man UtdCredit: RexThree Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More

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      Rafa Benitez didn’t hesitate when naming the best player he has ever coached with Cristiano Ronaldo snubbed

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      RAFA BENITEZ didn’t need to think twice when naming Steven Gerrard as the best player he has ever coached — snubbing Cristiano Ronaldo in the process.Benitez, 64, has managed some of Europe’s top teams during a glittering coaching career which started in 1986 at Real Madrid’s academy.Rafa Benitez has named Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard as the best player he’s ever worked withCredit: GettyBenitez snubbed Cristiano Ronaldo after they fell out at Real MadridCredit: GettyHe has since taking charge of giants including Liverpool, Chelsea and Real.And Benitez has a host of trophies to boot, including two league titles, an FA Cup, one Europe League and a Champions League.The Spaniard’s travels have seen him work with some of football’s top names.Fernando Torres, Luka Modric and Eden Hazard are just some of the stars to have crossed Benitez’s path.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the tactician, most recently in charge of LaLiga side Celta Vigo, reckons Gerrard was head and shoulders above the rest.Benitez managed the midfield powerhouse for six years at Liverpool, with the pair winning an FA Cup and Champions League together.Benitez made his choice despite having also managed legendary forward Ronaldo at Real Madrid.But they famously fell out almost immediately, with Benitez’s contract terminated just six months into his Bernabeu reign.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSExplaining why Gerrard was king in his eyes, Benitez told the It Was What It Was podcast: “He’s the best player that I have ever coached.“He was very good and at the beginning when we were knowing each other.”Rafa Benitez reveals ‘five or six’ offers to return to Premier League but admits ‘there are teams I won’t coach’Benitez explained how Gerrard continued to develop throughout his careerCredit: GettyBenitez was then questioned about the difference between Gerrard and Ronaldo.He was asked: “You coached Ronaldo. You think Steven was a better player?”Benitez answered: “In terms of a complete player. Stevie has the power, he could score goals, good in the air, both feet, could shoot from distance, short, taking penalties, deliveries, corners, free-kicks.“Defending, if it was necessary. He had energy, he trained well and was a good professional. The point with him is he was a box-to-box midfielder from the beginning and little by little he was understanding the game.“He had all the potential and he was getting better in terms of position and decisions later on. But he was great from the beginning.”Rafa Benitez’s managerial statsThose numbers in full:Real Madrid B, July 1993-June 1995: P65 W26 D18 L21Valladolid, July 1995-Jan 1996: P29 W5 D10 L14Osasuna, July 1996-Nov 1996: P11 W3 D4 L4Extremadura, July 1997-June 1999: P92 W36 D26 L30Tenerife, July 2000-June 2001: P46 W23 D11 L12Valencia, July 2001-June 2004: P162 W88 D41 L33Liverpool, June 2004-June 2010: P350 W194 D77 L79Inter Milan, June 2010-Dec 2010: P25 W12 D6 L7Chelsea (interim), Nov 2012-May 2013: P48 W28 D10 L10Napoli, May 2013-June 2015: P112 W59 D28 L25Real Madrid, June 2015-Jan 2016: P25 W17 D5 L3Newcastle, March 2016-June 2019: P146 W62 D31 L53Dalian Pro, July 2019-Jan 2021: P38 W12 D8 L18Everton, June 2021-Jan 2022: P22 W7 D5 L10Celta Vigo, July 2023-March 2024: P33 W9 D9 L15TrophiesLa Liga x2, Uefa Cup (Valencia)FA Cup, Community Shield, Champions League, Uefa Super Cup (Liverpool)Italian Super Cup, Club World Cup (Inter Milan)Europa League (Chelsea)Italian Cup, Italian Super Cup (Napoli)Championship (Newcastle) More

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      Man City star Rodri opens door to astonishing Real Madrid transfer just weeks after club’s Ballon d’Or snub

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      MANCHESTER CITY star Rodri has opened the door to a potential move to Real Madrid.It comes just weeks after the midfielder won the Ballon d’Or, leading Real Madrid to boycott the event.Rodri has opened the door to a switch to Real MadridCredit: GettyLos Blancos’s star Vinicius Jr was tipped to win the award and the snub led Real president Florentino Perez to turn down the invite.But Rodri still admires the club and said it would be difficult to ignore the Spanish giants if they came knocking.He told Spanish podcast El Larguero: “When Real Madrid call you, the best club in history and the most successful… it makes you proud and you always have to listen.“It’s obvious. You always have to pay attention.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRodri, 28, also has no qualms about joining Real despite his affiliation to fierce rivals Atletico Madrid, having come through the club’s youth system.He recently stated he was not bothered about Real Madrid’s claim that Vinicius deserved to win the Ballon d’Or.Rodri said: “All the Spanish clubs would have to congratulate me and they haven’t.“I care about my family and my club. They must have their reasons, I wouldn’t have done it that way and there’s no point in going over it.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBallon d’Or 2024 results1: Rodri, Man City and Spain2: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid and Brazil3: Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid and England4: Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid and Spain5: Erling Haaland, Man City and Norway6: Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid and France7: Lautaro Martinz, Inter Milan and Argentina8: Lamine Yamal, Barcelona and Spain9: Toni Kroos, Real Madrid and Germany10: Harry Kane, Bayern Munich and England11: Phil Foden, Man City and England12: Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen and Germany13: Dani Olmo, Barcelona and Spain14: Ademola Lookman, Atalanta and Nigeria15: Nico Williams, Athletic Bilbao and Spain16: Granit Xhaka, Bayer Leverkusen and Switzerland17: Federico Valverde, Real Madrid and Uruguay18: Emi Martinez, Aston Villa and Argentina19: Martin Odegaard, Arsenal and Norway20: Hakan Calhanoglu, Inter Milan and Turkey21: Bukayo Saka, Arsenal and England22: Antonio Rudiger, Real Madrid and Germany23: Ruben Dias, Man City and Portugal24: William Saliba, Arsenal and France25: Cole Palmer, Chelsea and England26: Declan Rice, Arsenal and England27: Vitinha, PSG and Portugal28: Alejandro Grimaldo, Bayer Leverkusen and Spain29: Mats Hummels, Roma and Germany30: Artem Dovbyk, Roma and Ukraine“The mistake is giving so much attention to a club that hasn’t decided to participate.”Rodri is also hopeful he will be back from his ACL injury before the end of the season.Erling Haaland does pull ups on cliff edge and runs with wolves as Man City ace stars in insane Beats by Dre advert He said: “The seasons are getting longer and this one has the Club World Cup.“It is good to have a challenge and I have it in my head to return this season — we’ll see when.” More

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      Real Madrid and Bayern Munich locked in transfer war over FIVE players with Man Utd target caught in the middle

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      EUROPEAN heavyweights Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are reportedly set to battle it out for several players next summer.The futures of five different stars are currently up in the air.Alphonso Davies’ contract is set to expire in JuneCredit: GettyJoshua Kimmich is also nearing the end of his contractCredit: GettyReal Madrid are allegedly interested in Jamal MusialaCredit: GettyIt could result in some of them swapping Germany for Spain.Bayern full-back Alphonso Davies has just seven months left on his current deal.As things stand, he is yet to agree terms for a new contract.Real Madrid are waiting to pounce if he does become a free agent at the end of the campaign.Read More in FootballBut they could face competition from Man Utd for his signature.Similarly, German full-back Joshua Kimmich is also edging towards the conclusion of his deal at the Allianz Arena.The future of young superstar Jamal Musiala is arguably Bayern’s most significant cause for concern.Musiala has just 19 months left on his contract with the Bundesliga giants.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFlorian Wirtz is wanted by both clubsCredit: GettyJonathan Tah has also attracted interest from several clubsCredit: GettyReal Madrid are also waiting for the right moment to launch an offer for the Germany ace.With Davies, Musiala and Kimmich potentially set to leave Munich in the near future, the Bavarians could reportedly attempt to sign Bayer Leverkusen stars Florian Wirtz and Jonathan Tah.Arda Guler shows his talent at Real Madrid training However, Los Blancos could prove to be a thorn in their side once again.Earlier this year it was revealed that Real Madrid chiefs wanted to add Wirtz to their ever-growing list of Galacticos.The 21-year-old is expected to cost around £125million next summer.Arsenal and Manchester City are among the other clubs understood to be interested.Meanwhile, Bayern pushed to sign Tah this summer alongside Man Utd but failed to seal a deal.This time around, however, the German giants will also have to compete with Real Madrid and Barcelona if they want to attempt another swoop. More

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      David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Real Madrid lockers set to fetch enormous sums at historic auction

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      LOCKERS used by the likes of David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid are being auctioned off this month.The lockers were used by the Spanish giants between 2002 and 2022, but were removed during the Santiago Bernabeu’s staggering renovations which took the iconic stadium’s capacity to 85,000.An incredible selection of Real Madrid lockers have gone to auctionCredit: APFans can get their hands on lockers previously belonging to global superstarsCredit: PAGareth Bale’s locker is among the star-studded selectionCredit: ReutersA total of 24 lockers went on display at Sotheby’s in London yesterday.Bidding will remain open until November 26, with prices starting at £10,000 each.In addition to Beckham and Ronaldo, the likes of Gareth Bale, Sergio Ramos and Luka Modric’s lockers are also available.While fans of the Galacticos era could also bid for lockers previously belonging to Zinedine Zidane and Luis Figo.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA slice of the revenue generated will go Real Madrid’s charitable foundation.Sotheby’s are collaborating with Pursuit 3 Marketing Group on the auction.Pursuit 3 are Real Madrid’s “memorabilia partner”.Following its renovation work, the Bernabeu now features a huge 360 degree screen that wraps around its upper tier.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThere is now a retractable roof on the stadium, as well as a newly designed outside facade.Real Madrid have also built a plush new VIP “Sky Bar” – a stunning 700-metres-squared space designed by Room 1804.Real Madrid being sued for millions over VIP Bernabeu SkyBar that costs fans £2,500 a game Tickets for the exclusive bar are said to cost up to £2,500 per match, but so far it has not opened its doors.According to El Confidencial, Anastasia Gourmet have slapped the 15-time European kings with a lawsuit worth £13.8m for being unable to use the space.Of that whopping sum, approximately £6m is said to correspond to suppliers, Mundo Deportivo add.The reports claim Anastasia Gourmet have been blocked from accessing their new premises – prompting the huge loss of expected earnings.Real Madrid have built a stunning SkyBarCredit: room 1804 DesignThe Santiago Bernabeu has undergone an incredible transformation in recent yearsCredit: Getty More

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      Michael Owen spotted in Egypt to star in new movie despite claiming he HATES films and has only watched eight of them

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      MICHAEL OWEN has been spotted in Egypt as he turns to the big screen to star in a top-10 highest grossing film.The 44-year-old’s surprise acting role in football movie “El Hareefa 2” comes 10 years after Owen first claimed that he “HATED films”.Michael Owen has been pictured in Cairo, Egypt as he prepares to star in a new movieA poster for the film ‘El Hareefa 2’ featuring Owen did the rounds on social mediaA picture on X emerged on Wednesday which showed Owen in Cairo – with a big smile across his face – as he prepares for his special appearance.Footie fans soon uncovered the film’s poster – which showed the last English Ballon d’Or winner front and centre.”El Hareefa 2″ serves as a sequel to the original “El Hareefa'” which hit the screens earlier this year. The plot for that film, as per IMDb’s 6.4 rating, centred around teenage football lover Maged and his transition from private school to a public one – and his adventures in their street football team. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSInterestingly, this shock pivot into the film scene comes a decade after Owen openly stated his disdain for the cinema.In 2014, Owen wrote on X: “Watched my eighth ever film on the flight home. Must have been bored. #HateFilms.”On the same day, he also posted: “Films I’ve been forced to watch: Rocky, Heat, Ghost, Jurassic Park, Cool Runnings, Seabiscuit, Karate Kid, Forest Gump”.But this marks Owen’s second foray into film, having made a brief cameo in the 2007 cult classic “Goal II: Living the Dream”.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Real Madrid, Liverpool and Man Utd star reportedly arrived in the Egyptian capital on November 4.The original was among the top 10 highest-grossing films in Egyptian cinema this year.Premier League referee David Coote update after statement from UEFA and revelation that referees don’t get drug tested”El Hareefa 2″ will be premiered in Egyptian cinemas on December 4 and in Arab cinemas on December 5.Owen began his tourist trip by visiting prominent archaeological landmarks such as the Pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza.Since retiring in 2013, the former Prem star has become a well known face within the sport of horse racing as a breeder and owner. He set up the Manor House Stables in Malpas and one of his horses, Zoffee, won the Chester Cup, a £170,000 handicap race, in May.Owen is still a familiar face for football fans thanks to his appearances as a pundit on TNT Sports. Owen was spotted at the Great Pyramids of Giza, soaking in the sights before he goes on set for the ‘El Harifa’ sequelWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Moment Jude Bellingham gives Arsenal transfer hope after fan asks him to join Gunners

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has given Arsenal fans a glimmer of hope that he may line up for the Gunners one day.The England superstar joined Read Madrid last summer for an initial £88.5m from Borussia Dortmund.Jude Bellingham has given Arsenal fans hope that he may play the GunnersCredit: instagram @433The England star refused to rule out a move to Arsenal when asked to join the club by a Gunners’ fanCredit: instagram @433Los Blancos aren’t thinking about selling their midfield maestro after he scored 19 goals and provided six assists in 28 La Liga games last season.But one young Arsenal fan was delighted to hear that Bellingham isn’t ruling out the idea of signing for the North London outfit.While waiting to meet Bellingham at England’s training camp during the international break, one Gunners supporter tried his luck by asking Bellingham to sign for the club.The youngster said: “Come to Arsenal, Jude, Please. We will look after you”.READ MORE ON ARSENALAnd much to the fan’s surprise, Bellingham kept his options open by simply replying: “Maybe”. Of course, it’s unlikely that Bellingham is thinking about joining Mikel Arteta’s side as things stand.But that didn’t stop Arsenal fans from losing their minds at the prospect of the 21-year-old lining up at the Emirates Stadium.On social media, on wrote: “OH MY GOD PLEASE! I AM ON MY KNEES, PLEASE!!”.Most read in FootballBellingham had a sensational season for Real Madrid last termFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhile another added: “He didn’t say no”.A third commented: “That’s enough to tell Mikel to break the bank”.VAR footage of William Saliba red card released by PGMOL as Arsenal fans rage at Liverpool fan’s inputAnd a fourth posted: “I mean he didn’t say no, so…”Bellingham has previously revealed that he is hoping to spend his long-term future with Real Madrid.Speaking last season, he said: “I want to stay at Real Madrid for the next 10-15 years of my life. This is where I want to be. I am loving it at Real.”Arsenal may be looking to raid Real Madrid for one of Bellingham’s team-mates this January though.According to Spanish outlet Sport, the Gunners are eyeing a move for Turkish wonderkid Arda Guler.Arsenal have been linked with a move for Arda GulerCredit: Alamy More