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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

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      Awkward Alexander-Arnold billboard showing Liverpool star posing with ex is erected in Madrid amid Real transfer links

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      AN AWKWARD billboard of Trent Alexander-Arnold has been unveiled in Madrid.The Liverpool star has been the subject of speculation linking him with a move away from Anfield.Alexander-Arnold has appeared in an advert displayed in MadridCredit: Guess JeansAnd it appears there is only one likely destination – Real Madrid.Naturally, some fans are now fearing the worst after a billboard featuring the defender was erected in the Spanish capital.Alexander-Arnold models for GUESS Jeans in the advert, which has also been displayed in Amsterdam and Milan.But some fans cannot ignore the obvious link between the billboard’s location and Real Madrid’s interest in Alexander-Arnold. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne fan reacted saying: “It’s obvious he’s going, what I’m interested in is when he’s gonna announce it.”Another added: “Liverpool bigger than one player. Best of luck to him 👍”A third wrote: “He is already in Madrid in his head.”Other fans pointed out the awkward nature of the billboard as Alexander-Arnold poses with his ex-girlfriend Iris Law in his arms.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe features on the billboard alongside his ex-girlfriend Iris LawCredit: Dan CharityEstelle on her InstagramCredit: InstgramTo make matters worse the England star is now dating model Estelle Behnke.Alexander-Arnold is out of contract at the end of the season and Real have reportedly opened up talks with his representatives over a move to the Bernabeu next summer.Trent Alexander-Arnold’s New Love Life Revealed More

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      Real Madrid being sued for millions over VIP Bernabeu SkyBar that costs fans £2,500 a game

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      REAL MADRID are reportedly being sued for more than £13million over the flagship VIP hospitality suite at the Bernabeu.The LaLiga giants are renovating their iconic stadium and re-opened it in 2023 with the bulk of the facelift done.Real Madrid are close to completing their Bernabeu renovationCredit: GettyThe SkyBar was tipped to be the crown jewel in the revampCredit: room 1804 DesignThe luxury suite aims to be the pinnacle hospitality suiteCredit: room 1804 DesignFans can expect to pay up to £2,500 per match for one of the 200 spacesCredit: room 1804 DesignAnd the construction work saw the addition of the crown jewel of the revamped arena, their epic exclusive ‘superbox’. The SkyBar is a stunning 700-metres-squared space designed by Room 1804 to be the ultimate luxury football stadium experience hotspot in the world. With a capacity of 200, the lucky Madrid fans able to get access can expect a restaurant, a massive bar, LED ceiling and walls, wonderful views of the pitch, two outside terraces overlooking the city of Madrid – and can even stay late to make the most of the nightclub in the SkyBar.It does not come cheap, though, with tickets understood to cost up to £2,500 for a single match.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat could see Real Madrid rake in as much as £500,000 per home game.With approximately 30 home fixtures in a season and the possibility to stage up to 20 concerts per year and rent out the space on non-matchdays, the beautiful SkyBar was estimated to help generate roughly £25m annually. However, things have not gone to plan.The Bernabeu’s rights to host concerts was suspended until spring 2025 in order to adapt the stadium to ensure it complies with anti-noise regulations following protests from neighbours. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMore worryingly, though, there is still no sign of the SkyBar being open.Real Madrid were due to open its doors to the prestigious gold, premium and diamond zones for fans six months ago.Staggering final cost of new Bernabeu revealed after Real Madrid move into state-of-the-art 85,000-capacity stadiumBut now well into the 2024-25 season, it remains empty and seemingly unable to welcome guests.And that has reportedly sparked a legal challenge from the company awarded the rights to operate the SkyBar.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. SunSport has contacted Real Madrid for comment. READ MORE SUN STORIESThe vast majority of the Bernabeu’s transformation work is complete – including a new retractable pitch and a new retractable roof, an impressive exterior facade plus a 360-degree video scoreboard.Costs have sky-rocketed to approximately £1.5billion but it is understood the final stages of the refurbishment will be done in January 2025.A massive bar takes pride of place in the centre of the SkyBarCredit: room 1804 DesignThe space even has a nightclub built inCredit: room 1804 DesignThe prestigious venue has four main area set across three levelsCredit: room 1804 DesignLED screens make up the ceiling and wallsCredit: room 1804 DesignThe Bernabeu has undergone a dramatic facelift in recent yearsCredit: GettyThe updated stadium now has a retractable roof and retractable pitchCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal ready to ‘rescue’ Real Madrid’s ‘next Martin Odegaard’ who could help solve two problem positions

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      ARSENAL are plotting a January swoop for Real Madrid star Arda Guler, according to reports in Spain.The Gunners are seeking reinforcements for Mikel Arteta’s squad.Arda Guler has struggled for starts at Real MadridCredit: GettyAnd they see similarities with their club captain Martin Odegaard.The Norwegian, 25, had arrived at the Bernabeu as a highly-rated teen, but found game time hard to come by during the first half of the 2020-21 season.In January 2021 the Gunners moved to sign him on loan, before making the deal permanent in the summer.Odegaard has gone on to be a huge success at the Emirates and is now viewed as one of Arteta’s most important players.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccording to Spanish outlet Sport, Gunners chiefs believe that something similar could happen with Guler.The Turkish wonderkid, 19, arrived in Madrid from Fenerbahce in the summer of 2023.Amid several injuries and stiff competition, he has struggled for minutes under Carlo Ancelotti.They claim that he has become unhappy with the situation, having made just three LaLiga starts so far this term.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMartin Odegaard struggled for game time at Real MadridCredit: GettyGunners chiefs are claimed to have “made contact” with Guler’s entourage as they plot a potential move.But they are set to face fierce competition, with other teams having reportedly done the same.Excited fans say ‘whoever gets Arda Guler is so lucky’ as they realise Turkish wonderkid’s ‘bargain’ release clauseGuler has made 24 appearances in total for Real Madrid, scoring six goals.Last season he was scuppered by knee and muscle injuries, being limited to just 10 LaLiga outings.The teenager has already become a key man for his country.He starred at Euro 2024, scoring against Georgia and laying on assists vs Austria and the Netherlands. More

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      Big-hearted former Chelsea star Antonio Rudiger sells signed shirt to help save endangered pygmy hippos

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      FORMER Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger is set to sell a signed match-worn Real Madrid shirt to help save endangered pygmy hippos.The German, 31, is already the honorary sponsor of Berlin Zoo’s pygmy hippo, Toni.Antonio Rudiger has teamed up with Berlin Zoo to protect pygmy hipposCredit: NewsflashRudiger is auctioning off the Real Madrid shirt he wore in the win over Osasuna earlier this monthCredit: Berlin Zoo/NF/newsXBut now the centre-back has partnered with the zoo for an auction which will take place on the online platform Catawiki.Among the items on sale are hippo Toni’s first mini football and a life-sized sculpture of the zoo’s Indian rhinoceros, Betty.But perhaps the most eye-catching collectable on offer has been donated by Real Madrid star Rudiger.The two-time Champions League winner has signed the shirt he wore during Los Blancos’ 4-0 win over Osasuna earlier this month.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAll proceeds will go to the Pygmy Hippo Research Project in Sierra Leone’s Gola Rainforest National Park – which attempts to protect pygmy hippos in their natural habitat.As reported by Newsflash, Rudiger said: “The habitat of pygmy hippos in West Africa is under severe threat, and it would be truly heartbreaking if these unique animals were to disappear forever.”Little Toni and I are proud to be ambassadors, working together to protect this endangered species and its habitat.”The auction supporting the conservation project in Sierra Leone is a great opportunity to actively contribute and help ensure the survival of pygmy hippos and many other species.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”That’s why I hope as many people as possible will join this initiative.”It is the latest in a long line of Rudiger’s charitable endeavours.The ex-Chelsea man, whose parents were born in Sierra Leone, flew back to the West African country in 2022 to unveil The Antonio Rudiger Foundation.Also in 2022, the German donated the money he earned from playing in the World Cup to pay for 11 childrens’ life-changing surgeries.Rudiger spent five years at Chelsea where he played 203 games, winning the FA Cup, Champions League, Europa League, Uefa Super Cup and Club World Cup.He joined Real Madrid on a free transfer in 2022 and has already won a LaLiga title, Copa del Rey, Champions League, Spanish Super Cup, Club World Cup and two Uefa Super Cups. More