Chema Alonso's appointment as a tech consultant for Spain's CTA has ignited debate due to his well-documented Real Madrid fandom. He's since clarified his purely advisory role, distancing himself from VAR decisions and downplaying his club allegiance.
Real Madrid eyes Arsenal's William Saliba and Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate to bolster their defense. With key departures looming and injury concerns, Los Blancos are strategically waiting for affordable deals, leveraging their strong pull on top talent.
Antoine Griezmann, long Atletico Madrid's linchpin, sees his influence wane as new signings signal a shift away from his central role. A reduced future seems likely for the French star.
Marcus Rashford arrives in Barcelona as Hansi Flick trims the squad to 25 for their upcoming preseason tour of South Korea and Japan. Key decisions made include Ter Stegen's absence and youth player selections.
Atletico Madrid is eyeing Chelsea defender Renato Veiga for a summer defensive boost. While Veiga is keen on the move, negotiations are reportedly stalled over Chelsea's €40m valuation, which Atletico deems excessive.
Barcelona is reportedly nearing a breakthrough in Frenkie de Jong's contract renewal, despite lingering agent issues. The Dutch midfielder is set to accept a significant wage cut to extend his stay, a move crucial for the club's financial flexibility and transfer plans.
Barcelona is reportedly set to finalize Marcus Rashford's loan move from Manchester United. The deal, which includes a purchase option, reveals internal club divisions and strict expectations from manager Hansi Flick regarding the forward's commitment and defensive effort.
Xabi Alonso has held individual talks with Real Madrid players, clarifying their roles for next season. This strategic move could significantly impact the club's transfer window activities, with Rodrygo facing a challenging future and other players learning their expected contributions.
Real Madrid's Endrick Felipe faces a new injury setback, extending his recovery until October and impacting squad plans. The young forward's bad luck keeps him sidelined longer than expected, ruling out any summer loan.
Fran Soto's new Referees Committee in Spain faces backlash. Key appointments, notably tech chief Chema Alonso, are open Real Madrid fans, sparking impartiality concerns and criticism from Barcelona-based media.
