Real Madrid transfer news

Subterms

    More stories

    • 263 Shares139 Views

      in Soccer

      Real Madrid 1 RB Leipzig 1 (agg 2-1): Bellingham’s super assist for Vinicius Jr just enough on nervy night at Bernabeu

      by

      JUDE BELLINGHAM shrugged off his La Liga ban to help Real Madrid squeak into the Champions League quarter-finals.The England superstar conjured up a super assist for Vinicius Junior after the hour.Jude Bellingham helps Real scorer Vinicius Junior celebrateCredit: GettyVinicius hit a 65th-minute opener but Leipzig hit back to make Real sweatCredit: ReutersAnd though Leipzig hit back straight away through captain Willi Orban, it proved enough to go through on aggregate after Real won the first leg 1-0 in Germany.Bellingham is now set to sit out Madrid’s next two league games against Celta Vigo and Osasuna due to a two-match suspension for his X-rated reaction in Valencia on Saturday.According to the official referee’s match report, the 20-year-old aggressively shouted “it’s a f***ing goal” repeatedly after his last-gasp winner had been chalked off in the 2-2 draw.Bellingham was also fined £513 but Real boss Carlo Ancelotti confirmed before the Leipzig game that the club will appeal his “unfair” punishment.READ MORE TOP STORIESFair to say Wednesday was not a great day for Ancelotti who became embroiled in a tax fraud scandal which could theoretically land him in jail.At least his side managed to get over the line in this last-16 second leg, though they stunk the place out in a toothless first half.Bellingham cut an isolated figure as Ancelotti opted unnecessarily for an extra midfielder and just Vinicius Jnr as an out-and-out attacker.Leipzig really should have capitalised but could not convert any of their numerous chances with striker Lois Openda missing a hatful.Most read in Champions LeagueWilli Orban headed Leipzig level, forcing their Spanish hosts to cling onCredit: RexReal’s unimpressed fans whistled in anger at half-time, during which Ancelotti realised his mistake and brought on Rodrygo for Edouard Camavinga.Openda had sight of an open goal shortly after the break, albeit from a tight angle, after Real stopper Andriy Lunin got it all wrong when rushing out, but the Belgian could not convert.Jude Bellingham stunned as dramatic ‘winner’ for Real Madrid ruled out as referee blows final whistle with ball in airThe hosts finally had a shot on target with 63 minutes played when sub Rodyrgo lashed towards the near post but was denied by former Hereford keeper Peter Gulacsi. And two minutes later, almost inevitably, they had their opener.Toni Kroos won possession and gave it to Bellingham, who raced up the pitch and flicked a gorgeous pass through for Vinicius to fire home.That, on the face of it, looked to be that. But Leizpig levelled instantly when Orban headed home David Raum’s cross three minutes later.The visitors had more chances too through Openda and Orban but could not take them. Dani Olmo hit the bar in injury-time.Real were nervy but got through – though Bellingham and Co will know they were mighty lucky not to crash out.Real midfielder Kroos said: “The result is one thing, how you play is another. At half-time, we felt fine about the result, but not about the way we were playing. “The second half was a bit better, but still not so good that you’d say we clearly deserve to be in the next round. We didn’t do it all that well – but in the end, we’re in the quarter-finals.”Real’s ex-Chelsea defender Toni Rudiger was equally honest: “We suffered a lot. They played well and we played bad. Simple. “We were sloppy, we were slow, zero intensity. We didn’t get in the challenges and in the Champions League you can get punished for this.“This match we don’t celebrate because it was not a good performance but at the end of the day we’re through.And boss Ancelotti admitted: “It was a badly-played match, with little intensity and little attention. “The mental aspect made the difference, it influenced us a lot”.Asked about tax evasion accusations, he added: “We’re talking about something that happened in 2015 because they think I was resident here. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve already paid the fine. I’m convinced I’m innocent. We’ll see what the judge decides.”Meanwhile, Leipzig were left to rue what might have been as Orban said: “We had so many great chances that you need to make the most of.” More

    • 275 Shares129 Views

      in Soccer

      Real Madrid’s secret weapon ‘falls in love’ with Phil Foden after Man City star runs the show in crunch Man Utd clash

      by

      REAL MADRID’S chief scout has reportedly “fallen in love” with Phil Foden after his latest Manchester City display.The midfielder ran the show in his side’s derby day victory over Manchester United.Phil Foden has reportedly caught the eye of Real Madrid’s chief scoutCredit: RexJuni Calafat has ‘fallen in love’ with Foden according to sensational reports in SpainFoden scored twice as City came from behind to secure a 3-1 win at the Etihad Stadium.According to sensational reports in Spain, Real Madrid’s Juni Calafat has been left enamoured with the 23-year-old.The Spanish giants’ chief scout believes Foden would make a great addition to their squad, claims Defensa Central.Their report adds that the England international is seen as an alternative to a “more complicated” deal for Erling Haaland.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCalafat has been dubbed Los Blancos’ secret weapon for his part in their transfer business across recent seasons.He is understood to have been key in the deals to sign Federico Valverde, Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo.The 51-year-old Spaniard, who grew up in Brazil, has also proved particularly crucial in their recruitment of Brazilian players.Calafat has been a Real Madrid scout for a decade and was promoted to chief scout in 2017.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHis eye for Foden comes after the City academy graduate took his tally to 18 goals for the season on Sunday.Foden has also contributed 10 assists for Pep Guardiola’s side so far this term.Phil Foden ‘would walk into Arsenal’s starting XI’ after Pep Guardiola labelled Man City’s derby hero ‘Prem’s best player’ – but are two players better?The playmaker currently has over three years left on his City contract after penning a new deal in October 2022. More

    • 250 Shares109 Views

      in Soccer

      Jude Bellingham stunned as dramatic winner for Real Madrid ruled out as referee blows final whistle before it goes in

      by

      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S dramatic winner for Real Madrid was ruled out because the referee had already blown the full-time whistle.The England star thought he had pinched three points for Los Blancos in the 99th minute of their 2-2 draw with Valencia.Jude Bellingham couldn’t believe it as his ‘winner’ was ruled outCredit: GettyBellingham was sent off in the aftermathCredit: ReutersBellingham thought he won it! 😱The Englishman put the ball in the back of the net, but the final whistle sounded just seconds beforehand ❌Real Madrid players are FURIOUS 😤 pic.twitter.com/MvmLFkZdmH— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) March 2, 2024

      Bellingham, 20, leapt highest in the box to head Brahim Diaz’s cross into the home side’s net.But his celebrations were brutally cut short after realising ref Jesus Gil Manzano had ended the game while the cross was in the air.Irate Bellingham was even shown a red card for his furious protests as the official headed off the Mestalla pitch.Madrid’s former Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger was also dismissed in the aftermath.READ MORE FOOTALL NEWSManzano wrote in his report after the game that Bellingham had “ran towards him in an aggressive manner”, before shouting, in English: “That’s a f***ing goal.”Manzano had initially indicated seven minutes of additional time, following a lengthy delay for a freak leg injury suffered by Valencia’s Mouctar Diakhaby.That time had passed, but Carlo Ancelotti’s side were piling on pressure searching for a winner and Manzano blew with Madrid’s attack in full flow.The draw costs Bellingham and Co the chance to go nine points clear of surprise package Girona at the top of LaLiga.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd now talisman Bellingham – the league’s top scorer with 16 goals – will face a ban.Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni wasted no time in slamming the officials on social media.Real Madrid and Valencia players react to Diakhaby horrific injury, bein sportsMouctar Diakhaby suffered a horror injury moments beforeCredit: GettyAntonio Rudiger couldn’t look as some players appeared close to tearsCredit: GettyJust minutes after the whistle, the Frenchman wrote on X: “That’s embarrassing.”Valencia took the lead in the clash, going ahead in the 27th minute through Hugo Duro.Roman Yaremchuk then doubled the lead moments later.And it appeared Valencia were heading out of sight before Vinicius Jr pulled one back for Real on the stroke of half-time.He then bagged his second of the game in the 76th minute.But Vincius Jr’s night turned from joy to sorrow after he accidentally collided with Valencia star Diakhaby.The centre-back writhed in pain on the ground as medics rushed onto the field.READ MORE SUN STORIESSome players looked close to tears as it became clear he had suffered a horrific leg injury.And he was eventually stretchered off the field before Bellingham’s dramatic late red card. More

    • 238 Shares199 Views

      in Soccer

      Kylian Mbappe’s mum ‘jets to Madrid to find incoming Real star a new home as transfer moves step closer’

      by

      KYLIAN MBAPPE’S mother has allegedly been house-hunting in Spain ahead of her son’s move to Real Madrid.The 25-year-old French superstar is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain in June.Kylian Mbappe’s move to Real Madrid has reportedly moved a step closerCredit: GettyThe star’s mum Fayza Lamari, top right, has allegedly been house hunting in MadridHe is widely-believed to have decided to join Real on a sensational free transfer, although there are still a few final details to sort.Even though he will technically be a free agent, the World Cup winning forward’s signing will not come cheaply.Numerous reports claim Mbappe is set to earn MORE than Jude Bellingham’s entire £114m transfer fee with his signing-on bonus.It was also claimed he had made three staggering financial demands in order to complete the move.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThose were believed to have been met with Mbappe reported to have agreed a five-year contract to move to the Bernabeu.Another fresh update then claimed that Madrid are willing to sign the star’s younger brother Ethan, 17, in order to help finally get their man.Mbappe’s entourage, which is led by his mother Fayza Lamari, made the special request to Madrid, with their president Florentino Perez agreeing to the request.Now Relevo have stated that his mum and agent Fayza has been in the Spanish capital to find a house for her boy ahead of his long-awaited switch.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSShe has been weighing up the logistical and safety elements where he will live, with a popular spot close to the training ground looking like the preferred spot.La Moraleja is around ten minutes away from Valdebebas, where Madrid’s huge training complex and HQ is located, and is said to be a top choice.PSG take training to the next level with ROBOT WALL as fans joke ‘all this to convince Mbappe to stay’While La Finca, another popular spot with the Madrid squad, is a slight second preference.Meanwhile, this report also states that the Valdemarin area, where Bellingham lives, is another option.Madrid are set to hand Mbappe a £85.5m signing-on fee upon his arrival, which will make him become the club’s highest earner, surpassing Bellingham, that’s despite taking a pay-cut and accepting a lower wage.Mbappe came close to making the move in 2022, but announced a two-year extension with PSG instead. But he caused a stir at the French side last summer after refusing to sign a new contract.The Ligue 1 giants subsequently accepted a huge £259million offer from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for him, but Mbappe rejected the move.He was briefly axed from the squad and sent to train with PSG’s “undesirables” – a group of players not wanted by the club.However, he made a return at the start of the Ligue 1 campaign and has since scored over 30 goals so far this term.The star could be moving to La Moraleja, which is 9km from the Real Madrid training HQ More

    • 250 Shares169 Views

      in Soccer

      Real Madrid ‘agree to sign Kylian Mbappe’s brother Ethan, 17, as part of deal to lure PSG superstar to Bernabeu’

      by

      REAL MADRID have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Mbappe – although they are still waiting to secure the signature of Kylian.The 25-year-old French superstar is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer.
      Ethan Mbappe is allegedly set to join big brother Kylian at Real MadridCredit: Rex
      A number of reports have emerged that he has decided to join Real on a sensational free transfer.
      Despite technically being free, the World Cup winning forward’s signing will not come cheap.
      Some reports have even claimed that Mbappe is set to earn MORE than Jude Bellingham’s entire £114m transfer fee with his signing-on bonus.
      We also recently revealed how other news outlets had claimed he had made three staggering financial demands in order to complete the move.
      READ MORE ON FOOTBALL
      Those have allegedly been met with Mbappe believed to have agreed a five-year contract to move to the Bernabeu.
      Now a fresh update has claimed that Madrid are willing to sign the star’s younger brother Ethan, 17, in order to help finally get their man.
      The midfielder is also currently at PSG but is mainly part of their youth side and has featured for them in the UEFA Youth League.
      Ethan does have three senior appearances and even played alongside Kylian on his debut.
      Most read in Football
      But he now looks set to be heading to Spain with his sibling.
      HOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALL
      OK Diario director Eduardo Inda explained on El Chiringuito show that Mbappe’s entourage, which is led by his mother Fayza Lamari, made the special request to Madrid.
      They asked that they also sign Ethan, who becomes a free agent himself on June 30.
      Top 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top five
      Madrid president Florentino Perez was keen to make the family happy and allegedly quickly agreed.
      Ethan is now set to link-up with Madrid’s B team this summer when his brother finally moves to Los Blancos.
      The Mbappe brothers are not the only big brother-little brother duo who have rising stock in football.
      Jude and Jobe Bellingham, who star for Real Madrid and Sunderland respectively, have had a meteoric rise in the last 12 months.
      There are also Chelsea brother and sister Reece and Lauren James, as well as Serbian national team duo Sergej and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic. More

    • 225 Shares159 Views

      in Soccer

      Xabi Alonso ‘not interested in Bayern Munich, Liverpool or Real Madrid’ as World Cup winner predicts next move

      by

      XABI ALONSO is going to snub Liverpool, Bayern Munich AND Real Madrid – according to Germany legend Lothar Matthaus.Former Bayern star Matthaus would love Alonso to be the next boss of his old team, but reckons the Spaniard will spurn interest from a number of big clubs to stay for at least one more year at Bayer Leverkusen.
      Bayern Munich and Germany legend Lothar Matthaus believes Xabi Alonso is going nowhere this summerCredit: Getty
      Matthaus said: “His dream may be to one day coach Bayern, Liverpool or Real Madrid. But, in my opinion, he is not done at Leverkusen yet.
      “Xabi is not someone who gets carried away by big names, he has celebrated too many successes as a player for that. 
      “He, in addition, is not going to be guided by the economic aspect. What matters to him is what he has built and who he has built it with. 
      “He knows where he comes from and what he owes to others. That’s why I don’t think he’s going to sign for another club next season.”
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      Former Kop idol Alonso is believed to be Liverpool’s top choice to replace Jurgen Klopp when the German leaves Anfield at the end of the season.
      But another of the Spaniard’s former clubs, Bayern, are also in the market for a new head coach after confirming that Thomas Tuchel would be on his way this summer.
      And Real Madrid, another club that Alonso graced as one of the most stylish midfielders of his generation, have also been linked with him.
      Matthaus, who won seven Bundesliga titles with Bayern and the 1990 World Cup with West Germany, knows exactly where he would like Alonso to pitch up next.
      Most read in Football
      HOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALL
      Matthaus, 62, now a Sky Germany pundit, said: “As for the search for Tuchel’s successor, I would first like to say one thing: Xabi Alonso has to top Bayern’s list because of his resume, his authority and his successful work at Leverkusen. 
      “I can’t think of any coach in Europe or the world who fits Bayern Munich better than Xabi Alonso.
      Xabi Alonso and De Zerbi are two names who could replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool in the summer
      “But Alonso is focused on Bayer Leverkusen and I think that is good. Xabi Alonso is not yet interested in Bayern Munich, nor in Liverpool or Real Madrid. 
      “He is only interested in winning three titles with Leverkusen in the next two and a half months.
      “The way he was a player, he is the same now as a coach.
      “He is true to his character. The stories that are unfolding now and in the coming weeks and months don’t matter to him. 
      “He has no pressure and can take things easy.” More

    • 200 Shares179 Views

      in Soccer

      Liverpool star Andy Robertson ‘is Bayern Munich’s top transfer target to replace Real Madrid-bound Alphonso Davies’

      by

      LIVERPOOL star Andy Robertson is Bayern Munich’s top choice to replace Alphonso Davies, according to reports.The German giants are set to lose left-back Davies to Real Madrid this summer, with the Canadian having reached a “verbal agreement” with the LaLiga champions.
      Andrew Robertson helped Liverpool win the Carabao Cup last SundayCredit: Rex
      Bayern Munich are resigned to losing Alphonso DaviesCredit: Getty
      Bayern want to recruit a top-class replacement for the 23-year-old, with Robertson fitting the bill.
      According to the Mail, Bayern will try to tempt the Scot into a move.
      The Bundesliga champions recognise that it will be difficult to prise the 29-year-old away from Anfield.
      But they are determined to secure as high-quality a replacement for Davies as possible.
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALL
      And they reckon that at this stage of his career, Robertson may be tempted by a new challenge.
      The Scotland captain joined Liverpool from Hull in an £8million deal in 2017.
      He has since appeared 282 times for the Reds, playing a key role in Premier League and Champions League wins, in addition to pocketing plenty of domestic medals.
      Robertson recently returned from a shoulder injury and started Sunday’s victorious Carabao Cup final.
      Most read in Football
      HOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALL
      The speedy left-back is also set to skipper his country at Euro 2024 this summer, with Scotland taking on Germany in the tournament’s opening game at Bayern’s Allianz Arena.
      The German side have looked to the Premier League in recent transfer windows.
      Xabi Alonso’s preference ‘revealed’ as Liverpool and Bayern Munich ‘make enquiries over Bayer Leverkusen boss
      They signed Harry Kane from Tottenham in a £104m swoop last August.
      While they secured a short-term deal for Eric Dier from Spurs in January.
      Despite the blockbuster acquisition of Kane, Bayern have endured a difficult season.
      They are currently second in the Bundesliga table with 11 games to go, trailing leaders Bayer Leverkusen by eight points.
      Kane and Co also find themselves on the brink of a round of 16 Champions League exit, having lost their first leg 1-0 to Lazio.
      Bayern have been eliminated from the DFB Pokal, and lost in the German Supercup on Kane’s debut.
      Boss Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that he will leave at the end of the season.
      READ MORE SUN STORIES
      Should he accelerate his exit, former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could step in as interim.
      Liverpool target Xabi Alonso has been linked with taking the role in the summer, although the Reds want him to snub Bayern and replace Jurgen Klopp instead. More

    • 275 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      I’m a Real Madrid legend and Ballon d’Or runner-up, Jude Bellingham is the best player I’ve seen in a very long time

      by

      JUDE BELLINGHAM strikes fear within the ranks of Real Madrid’s rivals, according to a football legend.The Brit, 20, has been revelation since arriving at the Bernabeu last summer for an initial £88.5million transfer from Borussia Dortmund.
      Jude Bellingham has been praised by one of Real Madrid’s greatest legendsCredit: Rex
      Real legend Raul claims Bellingham is the best player he’s seen in a very long timeCredit: Getty
      Twenty goals in 29 appearances, including 16 in LaLiga, is making a strong case for the midfielder to be considered the best player in the world this season.
      His first campaign in the famous white colours of Madrid saw him nominated on Monday for the Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award.
      Raul is a club legend at Madrid, having won six league titles and three Champions Leagues as part of the Galacticos era.
      And the retired Spanish forward, 46, said: “Jude Bellingham is one of the players who has impressed me the most in the past few years.

      “I had the opportunity to see him training and playing in a few games, of course.
      “I think as the president of Real Madrid Florentino Perez would say, he was born to play in Real Madrid.
      “In such a short time, he’s known how to connect with people, with the values that Real Madrid and sports in general transmit.
      “And then, despite his young age, he’s very mature in his way of expressing himself, connecting with people. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen a player with those qualities.
      Most read in Football
      “I wish him all the best because he’s just starting out. He hasn’t even been here in Madrid for six or seven months yet.
      “But I think Real Madrid fans are enjoying him a lot. Rivals fear him, which is a really good sign.
      Erling Haaland tells Jude Bellingham to ‘get back to training’ in Yorkshire accent

      “And I think he’s a guy with a very clear mind. He knows what he wants and I think he’s going to give a lot to Real Madrid.
      “He’s also going to give a lot to his national team, too.
      “Because he’s going to be a role model to all those girls and boys, who want to be a footballer or be involved in sports. Mainly through hard work, he’s achieving his dreams.”
      Pep Guardiola’s treble-winning Manchester City team and Norwegian goal machine Erling Haaland head the list of nominations for the 25th Laureus World Sports Awards.
      Football superstar Lionel Messi, tennis world No1 Novak Djokovic, F1 world champion Max Verstappen and South Africa World Cup-winning rugby captain Siya Kolisi have all been shortlisted for accolades.
      The winners of the Awards will be revealed in Madrid on Monday, April 22. More