La Liga giants Real Madrid are closing on an agreement to part with an up-and-coming member of the club's ranks in the middle of the park.
This comes amid the understanding that César Palacios is inching towards a move to the Premier League, with Fulham.
Palacios, for his part, is a 21-year-old midfielder, whose name will likely be familiar to those of a Real Madrid persuasion. The starlet spent much of last season in and around the first-team setup at Valdebebas, culminating in six senior appearances between La Liga and the Champions League.
And his efforts, both at academy level and under the bright lights of the Bernabéu, evidently proved enough to impress one of Palacios' former managers.
It was recently confirmed in the Spanish media that Álvaro Arbeloa, after being named new head coach of Fulham, was eyeing a reunion with his compatriot in England.

#palacios #madrid #premier

Real Madrid summer signing Marc Cucurella has on Tuesday unveiled a new tattoo, of none other than Spanish national team head coach Luis de la Fuente.
This marks a promise kept on the part of the defender from earlier this summer.
Cucurella is of course fresh off playing a starring role, en route to his native Spain beating out the competition to clinch glory at the 2026 World Cup.
Whilst the competition was in full flow, the former Chelsea man was asked by the media if he had any plans to commemorate the achievement, in the case of La Roja going all the way in North America.
And Cucurella went on to turn heads upon revealing his intention to have a fresh tattoo inked, of his manager on the international stage.

#summer #fresh #spanish

Rodri enhanced his reputation with his performances for Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He led Spain to World Cup glory and his performances during the latter stages of the tournament reminded everyone that the Manchester City midfield mainstay remains one of the premier midfielders in European football. Following the World Cup, Rodri's stock couldn't be higher. However, he was scheduled to have back surgery after the competition. Manchester City have confirmed that Rodri has now undergone back surgery. Also, due to his performances at the World Cup, there are doubts over Rodri's future at City as Real Madrid circle.
In an announcement on mancity.com, it has been confirmed that Rodri has undergone minor back surgery. As per Manchester City's statement, Rodri has been feeling discomfort in his back for some time. The surgery that Rodri has undertaken will alleviate the issue and the Ballon d'Or-winning midfielder will now enter a short period of rehabilitation ahead of joining up with Enzo Maresca's squad for the latter stages of Manchester City's preseason.
Having undergone back surgery, Rodri should be ready to go for the 2026-27 season. Manchester City will need their midfield general ready to go based on how integral he is to their chances next season. However, there is an elephant in the room. A major one. That is will Rodri be at Manchester City for next season? He is in the final 12 months of his contract and Real Madrid are circling one of Manchester City's key ***** ets.
Spanish publication Marca has reported that Real Madrid are looking to sign Rodri this summer. It is reported that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is preparing to push to sign the World Cup winner. Also, it is believed that new Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is eager to add Rodri's leadership, ability in possession, tactical discipline and ability to manage a game to his squad. It now remains to be seen if Real Madrid will begin negotiations with Manchester City to sign Rodri.
Rodri has undergone back surgery on a minor issue. It is hoped that he will be ready for the 2026-27 season following that procedure. It now remains to be seen where Rodri will play next season. That is the biggest question mark surrounding Manchester City's midfield general.

#rodri #World #surgery

Boston Celtics big man Neemias Queta will be suiting up for his Portuguese National Team in FIBA World Cup play this summer in the qualifier window games set to go down in Europe, according to new reporting from Eurohoops Dot Net contributor Stefan Acevski.
Per the Eurohoops Dot Net reporter, Portugal finished their slate of games in the initial phase of the qualifier games with an overall record of 3-3, and is now waiting for the start of the second round of FIBA World Cup qualifying play. In the first segment of that play, they will take on the Spanish National Team on August 28 and play host to the Georgian National Team this August 31.
"The roster of 16 players for these matches has now been announced, with the standout name being Neemias Queta, who recently extended his contract," adds Acevski.
Coming off a season that saw the Lisbon native have the best regular season of his NBA career to date, only to stumble in postseason play, more high-leverage action for Queta ahead of Boston's looming 2026-27 regular season can only help his development.
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#season #eurohoops

He's completely crazy.
He promised it, and he did it! After Spain's World Cup victory, Marc Cucurella got Luis de la Fuente's face tattooed on his arm.
The Spanish full-back owes a lot to the Roja coach, with whom he had already won Euro 2024.
The new defender is now a little more tied for life to his national team coach.
We're now waiting to see Luis de la Fuente's reaction!

#luis #euro #we 're

Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso has answered on his side's transfer plans after winning their first match of pre-season.
The Blues kicked off their pre-season tour in Australia with a 6-4 victory over Sydney Warriors. However, much attention remains on the transfer market, where the club continues to be active.
Veteran Englishmen Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson have both been linked with moves to Stamford Bridge in the past 24 hours. Alonso answered on the speculation.
"I'm sure that from today until the last day of the transfer window there will be a lot of rumours," said the Spanish coach. "So to be commenting on all of them, it's going to be a hard task.
"But for sure we need proper balance in terms of qualities, in terms of positions, in terms of balance. We want to have a complete squad and we want to make a good team.

#transfer #alonso #season #want

Whilst Paris Saint-Germain appeared determined not to pursue their efforts to sign RB Leipzig's Yan Diomandé (19), the arrival of new intermediaries – who are said to be much closer to the Rouge et Bleu management – could well shake things up, according to reports in L'Équipe.
And this is particularly due to Real Madrid's apparent difficulty in convincing their German counterparts to sell the Ivorian forward, even though the latter is said to have already reached an agreement to join the Spanish club. However, the expansion of his entourage in recent days is reported to have slowed down negotiations, whilst ever-increasing transfer fees are reportedly being demanded for the player.
This is a situation from which PSG could well benefit, as they are aware of Diomandé's interest in their project and his strong desire to play under Luis Enrique. Whilst nothing is yet certain, the Parisians may nevertheless be tempted by the prospect of launching a final push in the coming hours – provided, that is, that Real Madrid do not manage to finalise the deal first.
GFFN | Léo Aschi

#whilst #diomand #rouge

Unicaja has secured Willy Hernangómez's commitment. The Madrid-born center has accepted the offer from the club to play in Málaga next season after rejecting two other offers, one of them from PAOK Thessaloniki. The Spanish international will thus replace Olek Balcerowski, who signed for Barcelona a few days ago. Unicaja managed to convince Hernangómez after several days of negotiations and by improving their initial offer. This is a top-level signing, provided he improves upon the performances he has shown at times in recent seasons with Barcelona, his last team, where he played for the past three seasons.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Unicaja has secured Willy Hernangómez's commitment.

#unicaja #willy #madrid

And all in four languages: Cerezo's Spanish coach answered in Spanish, Niko Kovac in German and English, and the ******* anese players in their native language. It was a multilingual affair in ******* an—yet one with a touch of home. Because as the four protagonists entered the room, "Heja BVB" blared over the loudspeakers.
The focus of attention was former Borussian player and current Cerezo player Shinji Kagawa, who had already faced BVB with his home club two years ago. "It's a great opportunity to play against Borussia Dortmund again—for me personally and also as the team. I want everyone—every fan, the Dortmund fans, the Osaka fans—to enjoy this game," said Kagawa, who was a player for Borussia Dortmund from 2010 to 2012 and from 2014 to 2019. But even seven years later, the connection hasn't been lost. "I'm very proud that the relationship continues, and I still think about the ******* les and memories from my time in Dortmund. The older I get, the more it means to me. The players and coaches I worked with will also remain in my heart forever. I really hope this relationship will continue."
"It's a pleasure for us to play against Shinji here because he's a former BVB player. That's certainly something special for all of us," emphasizes Niko Kovac, who also highlights the sporting significance of the match. "We're here to compete and prepare for our first competitive match against Bayern Munich. I hope everyone stays healthy, that we see a good game, and that the fans enjoy the match." Even though Osaka is already further along in his preseason preparation: "We're athletes. And athletes always want to win, whether it's a friendly, a cup match, or a competitive match."
For Takato Yamamoto, this match is a very special one, as he only joined BVB's U23 team a few weeks ago from his youth club and Cerezo's local rival, Gamba Osaka. "I really don't want to lose to Cerezo. I also want to show the fans in ******* an that I've grown as a player. That's my goal for tomorrow." Yamamoto was also asked about Kagawa, who was sitting next to him: "I know he's a legend. When people in Germany find out I'm from ******* an, they ask me, 'Do you know Shinji Kagawa?' Wherever I go, I hear his name."
After the joint press conference, the next reunion will take place on Wednesday on the soccer field. The match kicks off at 7 p.m. ******* an Standard Time (12 p.m. CEST) at Yanmar Hanasaka Stadium and will be broadcast live on BVB-TV, Sky, and DAZN.Christina Reinke

#fans

Ferran Torres has had quite the summer. An extra-time winner in the World Cup final sealed success for Spain in North America, etching his name into national and football folklore.
Torres had the most productive season of his Barcelona career in 2025/26, but there are suggestions he could leave as the Spanish side seek to sign Julian Alvarez. We've looked at the likeliest destinations for the forward.
Paris Saint-Germain – 17/20
Paris Saint-Germain are priced as frontrunners as Luis Enrique looks to add even more depth to a star-studded frontline. With Bradley Barcola agitating for an exit and Yan Diomande off to Real Madrid, Torres could offer an ideal replacement. Enrique gave Torres his Spain debut and appreciates his versatile profile.
Liverpool – 2/1

#germain #America

FC Barcelona's pursuit of Julian Alvarez has reached a crucial stage after club president Joan Laporta confirmed that the offer made for the Atletico Madrid striker would not remain valid indefinitely.
Shortly after beginning his latest presidential term, Laporta made Barcelona's position clear.
"We have made an offer, but this offer is not unlimited in time."
Later, while in New York supporting the Spanish national team during the final stages of the World Cup, he narrowed the timeframe even further.
"The deadline for the offer is between the last week of July and the first week of August," he added.

#made #laporta #alvarez #atletico

According to Ferran Correas of SPORT, FC Barcelona have placed their full trust in the development of teenage midfield prodigy Guille Fernandez, with the club's sporting department mapping out a specific, multi-stage blueprint to secure his long-term future at the club.
The Blaugrana sporting department is working intensively to conclude a comprehensive contract renewal for the 18-year-old midfielder before actively sanctioning a temporary loan move to guarantee him regular first-team minutes.
The decision to prioritise Guille's contract extension reflects the immense regard in which he is held by the technical staff.
Having progressed rapidly through the ranks of La Masia, the midfielder made waves across Spanish football by breaking several long-standing youth records, including eclipsing Lamine Yamal to become the youngest debutant in Barça Atletic history at just 15 years and 9 months.
Guille Fernandez (R) is rated highly at Barcelona. (Photo courtesy: X/FCBarcelonaB)

#Barcelona #fernandez #midfielder

According to MARCA, FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick does not wish to sell defender Gerard Martin this summer amid growing interest from AC Milan and Chelsea.
The Spanish ace established himself as a permanent fixture at centre-back for Barcelona last season despite being a left-back. His adaptability, versatility, and strong performances have led to interest from top clubs across Europe.
Some reports in Italy even suggest that AC Milan are prepared to offer €35 million for the 24-year-old centre-back.
While Barcelona are waiting to see whether either club submits a formal proposal, there is little surprise internally that the former Cornella defender has become a sought-after player.
Flick, however, remains determined to keep him at the club, seeing him as a 'world-class' talent.

#back #Milan

The regional administrative authority in Madrid has withdrawn Spanish top-flight club Rayo Vallecano's right to use the Vallecas stadium in order to begin urgent renovation work. This comes just under two weeks before the start of the season, even though the inadequate conditions have long been known.
"There is no way to guarantee that nothing can happen," explained the Regional Minister for Culture, Tourism and Sport, Mariano de Paco.
The immediate consequence is that Rayo will not be able to start the season in its own stadium. The authority gives no exact details, but ***** umes that the renovation work will take "months" and plans to begin "as early as tomorrow."
The regional government is making this decision to "ensure people's safety" and says the work will address possible problems related to fire safety or sanitation. "We will act with the utmost urgency and try to make it happen in the shortest possible time," the minister announced.
Rayo Vallecano uses the municipal stadium under a right-of-use agreement; it is not owned by this year's Conference League finalist.

#work #right #begin

Mike Verweij is reporting that Ajax are keen on reuniting with West Ham midfielder Edson Alvarez. However, if Ajax want to bring Alvarez back to the Eredivisie they will have to compete with Spanish side Real Sociedad. West Ham still actually owe Ajax a fair amount of the transfer from a few years ago. Alvarez himself is said to be open to a return to Ajax.
The now 28-year-old midfielder joined Ajax back in 2019 and went on to play 147 games for the club. During his time with Ajax, Alvarez won two Eredivisie ***** les and one KNVB Cup. He left to join West Ham in 2023, playing 73 games across two seasons before leaving to join Fenerbahce on loan last season. He played 18 games for the Turkish side during that time. On his return to West Ham, the side have since been relegated from the Premier League and will be open to selling some of their higher earners, such as Alvarez.
GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson

#alvarez #west #return

Vinicius Junior will not return to Real Madrid training this week as uncertainty over his long-term future continues, with fresh contract talks scheduled in the coming days.
The Daily Mail reports the Brazil international's delayed return comes against the backdrop of ongoing negotiations over a new deal at the Santiago Bernabéu. Vinicius has entered the final year of his current contract, increasing speculation over his future despite Madrid's determination to retain one of their biggest stars.
Sky Sports News reported on Monday that Real Madrid are due to hold further discussions with the winger's representatives this week as they attempt to reach an agreement over fresh terms. The club remain optimistic of extending his stay, with manager José Mourinho keen to keep the 26-year-old at the heart of his project.
Arsenal are monitoring the situation closely as they explore options to strengthen the left side of their attack. The Premier League champions admire Vinicius, but no club-to-club talks have taken place and there is no indication that a formal approach is imminent.
Real Madrid's priority remains securing a contract renewal rather than entertaining offers. However, with Vinicius now inside the final 12 months of his deal, the Spanish giants could face a difficult decision if negotiations fail to produce a breakthrough. Rather than risk losing him on a free transfer next summer, they may eventually have to consider offers.

#return #week #fresh

Vinicius Junior has emerged as a leading transfer target for **** nal as uncertainty continues to surround his future at Real Madrid. The Brazilian has reportedly struggled to agree a new contract with the Spanish club over the past several months and has now entered the final year of his current deal.
Vinicius is widely regarded as one of the best players in world football and has continued to demonstrate his quality with consistent performances. Real Madrid are understood to be keen to keep him at the club, but they are reportedly unwilling to meet his current contract demands, leaving his long-term future unresolved.
According to The Telegraph, **** nal are interested in signing the Brazilian attacker and are prepared to offer him a salary of at least £400,000 per week. If such a move were to be completed, he would become the highest-paid player at the Emirates.
Although Real Madrid already pay higher wages than **** nal, the proposed deal would still represent a significant financial commitment from the Gunners. The club have already secured new contracts for several key members of the squad, yet Vinicius would reportedly earn more than all of them if he joined this summer.
The size of the proposed salary underlines **** nal's determination to strengthen their attacking options with one of the game's most highly regarded players. It would also highlight the club's willingness to invest heavily in a player they believe could make a major impact.

#future

2026 has marked a significant turning point in biotech capital markets, not just a small comeback. Venture funding for biotech startups reached $9.1 billion in the first half of the year, the highest first-half total since 2022, while 13 biotech IPOs raised a combined $4.5 billion, with a median haul of nearly $302 million per offering, unusually high by recent standards, with the majority of this year's debutants still trading above their offering price. Dealmaking has also maintained its pace, with 38 acquisitions closing in the same time period, placing the industry at its fastest M&A pace in at least seven years.
Underneath that broad comeback is a more unique validation story for RNA interference in particular. The market for RNAi treatments is expected to rise from $2.9 billion in 2025 to $3.6 billion in 2026. This growth comes after RNAi spent nearly two decades as a research curiosity before receiving its first licensed medicine in 2018. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALNY) has recently emerged as the clearest example of this transition, and the market's reaction raises the question of whether the story has been properly priced.
During Q1 2026, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALNY) exceeded $1 billion in quarterly product revenue for the first time in its history, with $1.036 billion in net product revenue, up 121% year-over-year and 4% sequentially over Q4 2025, on total revenue of $1.17 billion, up 96% year-over-year. AMVUTTRA alone delivered $890 million, bringing total TTR franchise revenue (AMVUTTRA plus ONPATTRO) to $910 million, up 153% from the previous year.
That growth completely flipped the company's bottom line: GAAP net income was $206 million, compared to a $15.9 million loss in the same quarter the previous year, and GAAP income from operations came in at $268.6 million, up from a prior-year loss. A company that continued to burn cash a year ago is now solidly profitable on a GAAP basis.
The growth is also not driven by a single medicine, which is important for long-term viability. The rare disease franchise, GIVLAARI and OXLUMO, added $126 million, increasing 15% year-over-year, while AMVUTTRA's worldwide rollout has reached seven markets, with payment negotiations still ongoing in the Spanish and French markets. This means that a significant portion of the revenue base is yet to be released.

#revenue #first #gaap #markets

Gerard Pique has never been afraid to speak his mind and, even after retirement, his commitment and loyalty to Barcelona simply do not fade.
The legendary Spanish defender believes Barcelona head into the new season as Spain's strongest team, insisting Hansi Flick's side still hold the edge over Real Madrid despite their rivals' activity in the transfer market.
Speaking to the media (h/t SPORT) during the Kings League Club World Cup in Milan, the former Barcelona defender backed his old club to begin the campaign as La Liga favourites.
Pique pointed to continuity and recent success as the biggest reasons behind his confidence and did not hesitate when asked to compare the two Spanish giants.
"I think Barça, today and at the start of La Liga, are still superior," he said.

#Barcelona #gerard

Real Madrid are a couple of signings away from building a squad that Jose Mourinho will be content with taking into the new season, which gets underway in a few weeks' time. The hope is that Yan Diomande will be done in the next 48 hours, after which the club can turn their full attention to the pursuit of Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri.
Real Madrid had originally ruled out signing Rodri this summer, but after being priced out of a move for Enzo Fernandez, they have decided to go after the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball winner. An agreement on personal terms is already in place, with the 30-year-old very keen on a return to the Spanish capital, where he was previously with Atletico Madrid.
There is no doubt that Real Madrid are favourites to sign Rodri, who is looking more and more likely to leave Man City this summer. His unwillingness to extend his stay beyond 2027 – when his current contract expires – has alerted several clubs' attention, and while Paris Saint-Germain has been one of them, it's now been reported by Le Parisien (via Diario AS) that the reigning back-to-back European champions have ended their interest.
PSG had recognised that Rodri would be a market opportunity, but ultimately, they have decided that midfield is an area that they do not need to address this summer. That leaves Real Madrid with a free run at the world champion, although there is no guarantee that an agreement with Man City is reached in the coming weeks.
The latest is that Real Madrid are ready to pay up to €60m to sign Rodri this summer, but Man City's current stance is that any offers below €80m will not be considered. Bernabeu officials must now hope that the Premier League giants relax their stance in the coming weeks, otherwise they may need to wait until 2027 to secure his services.

#real #summer #attention #decided

Roma will have to overhaul their flanks. Celik has gone to Juventus, while Tsimikas has returned to Liverpool after his loan deal ended.
The only two players set to remain in the capital are Wesley and Rensch, as Angelino and Salah-Eddine are set to leave.
The Spanish full-back, coming off a season in which he barely played due to physical problems, is still visibly out of form.
The first two weeks of preparation have shown no encouraging signs, and the Giallorossi are intent on selling him to a league where he has admirers.
Angelino is unlikely to remain in the capital. As Il Tempo reports, the first two weeks of preparation have confirmed that the player is out of form, which is why Gasperini and the coaching staff have not changed their initial plan to sell him.

#first

Ivorian forward Yan Diomande has joined Leipzig's pre-season camp as expected. He returns from his post-World Cup break. Diomande participated in the mandatory fitness and performance tests on Monday. In the meantime, advance negotiations continue between Real Madrid and Leipzig over the player's transfer to the Spanish capital.
Florian Plettenberg reported late on Monday that the negotiations have not been finalized yet and are expected to continue on Tuesday.
"There is still no final agreement between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig for Yan Diomande. Confirmed by all parties involved," Plettenberg posted on X.
"Unless something extraordinary happens before midnight, negotiations will continue tomorrow morning.
RB are demanding at least €120 million, with a very high guaranteed fee. Today's main sticking point was Real's complex and difficult-to-achieve bonus structure. Deal still on."

#Monday #madrid

Olivia Rodrigo stepped out in a micro minidress from Gimaguas held up by just two strings, making a striking fashion statement. The "drivers license" hitmaker is known for blending chic style with glamorous vibes. This time, she opted for a look that perfectly combined modern allure with laid-back fashion, making heads turn.
Olivia Rodrigo turned heads in a striking micro minidress by Gimaguas, held up by just two delicate strings. The singer-songwriter shared the look in a vibrant photo dump capturing a fun outing with friends. With this bold fit, Rodrigo continues to prove she is the ultimate queen of effortless fashion.
The photos perfectly resonate with her signature aesthetic: relaxed, laid-back fashion that never compromises on glamor. For the occasion, she turned to the Spanish label Gimaguas. Founded by twin sisters Claudia and Sayana Durany, the brand is celebrated for its clean silhouettes and craft-inspired designs — both of which were reflected in Rodrigo's dress.
The dress featured two thin straps and a deep neckline for a bold touch. The upper bodice was a sleek black colour, which then flared into a pink skirt with a pleated design. The dress had a flowing design that lent it a soft and feminine vibe, while the deep back further elevated its daring appeal.
In one of the photos, she paired the look with black sunglasses while posing for the camera. Rodrigo kept her makeup and hair as understated as possible, wearing her hair down with a soft pink lip shade that perfectly complemented the outfit.

#gimaguas #perfectly #dress #micro

For most of this summer, Real Madrid have consistently been reported to be looking to sign a new player for the right wing position. For this purpose, the Merengues have been very strongly linked with the Bayern Munich forward Michael Olise, even though the Bavarians have made it clear that they are not going to sell the forward and Los Blancos themselves published an official statement to clarify that they are not negotiating with the player.
Still, conflicting reports have continued to emerge for the entirety of the summer regarding the Spanish giants and the French star, who also has had quite an impressive World Cup 2026 campaign. However, on Friday, news emerged of the Merengues' interest in another player, whose signing can permanently close the door on Olise's potential move to Real Madrid.
This player is none other than Yan Diomande, who has several big European clubs interested in him. In fact, he has already stated that he wants a move to the current European champions Paris Saint-Germain, who reportedly have an agreement in place with him, but are yet to reach an agreement with his club, RB Leipzig.
However, Los Blancos' entry in this operation can significantly impact its outcome. Despite the reports of his agreement with PSG, Fabrizio Romano reports that the player has also opened the door to a move to Real Madrid, and positive talks have also taken place between the two parties.
As far as Leipzig are concerned, they have already rejected a €100 million bid from the Merengue club. Now, the latter are looking to return with another offer.

#move #agreement

South Korea international Kang-In Lee has joined Atletico Madrid from European champions Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish club announced Saturday.
"Atletico de Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have reached an agreement for the transfer of Kang-In Lee, who has signed for our club until June 30, 2031," said the Spanish club.
"A talented left-footed midfielder, the 25-year-old can operate in the attacking midfield role or from either wing, and stands out for his vision, exquisite ball control and ability to pass and shoot," said his new club.
The clubs did not reveal the fee, but a source close to the negotiations told AFP that it was around 40 million euros ($45.5 million), excluding bonuses.
PSG "warmly" thanked the player who arrived from Valencia in 2023.

#spanish #million

Real Madrid have been quiet on the signing front for several weeks, but they could be about to land a major double blow. They are in talks to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, while efforts are also being made to land Manchester City and Spain superstar Rodri.
Going into the summer, Real Madrid were clear that a top-level midfielder was wanted to finally fill the voids left by Toni Kroos and Luka Modric. Head coach Jose Mourinho had wanted Enzo Fernandez, but after Chelsea priced him out of a move, they have since turned their attention to Rodri.
Real Madrid have been keen on Rodri for some time, although it was expected that they would not move for him this summer. But with the Fernandez snub and his top performances for Spain at the 2026 World Cup, the decision has been made for a deal to be sought for the Man City man, as reported by The Athletic's David Ornstein.
There is every chance that Real Madrid manage to get a deal done for Rodri. Man City will be forced to accept a reduced fee if they sell, given that the 30-year-old has less than a year remaining on his contract in Manchester. Because of this, confidence is high within Los Blancos that a deal can be done for one of the world's best midfielders to join Mourinho's squad for the 2026-27 season and beyond.
Furthermore, Rodri is desperate to join Real Madrid this summer, as per Ben Jacobs. He is keen to return to the Spanish capital, where he previously played for Atletico Madrid, for both sporting and family reasons, and this had led him to make it known that he will not sign a new Man City contract – thus making it even more likely that he ends up at the Bernabeu.

#rodri #summer #deal #fernandez

Florian Lipowitz has returned home after undergoing surgery on a collarbone fracture the German rider sustained in a crash at the Tour de France, team manager Ralph Denk has said.
"he is at home again. He is following the race, texting us. We are in contact," Red Bull-Bora hansgrohe manager Denk said after the 19th stage in Alpe d'Huez.
Lipowitz crashed in a turn during Tuesday's time trial and had to withdraw from the Tour. He was fifth in the overall standings at the time and had the chance to make the final podium like last year, when he finished third.
Denk said that he expects Lipowitz to return before the end of the season, possibly for autumn one day classics such as Il Lombardia on October 10.
He is not expected to be fit in time for the Spanish Vuelta starting on August 22 or the world championships in Montreal from September 20.

#denk #time

Salma Paralluelo, a World Cup winner at three age levels, has joined Lyon from Barcelona, the French women's football champions announced on Saturday.
Barcelona had already said that the 22-year-old, whose contract expired in June, would be leaving.
Paralluelo joined Barcelona from Villarreal in 2022 and has won the Spanish league four times, and the Spanish Copa de la Reina and the European Champions League three times each. In 131 appearances for the Catalan club she scored 72 goals.
She struck twice as Barcelona crushed Lyon 4-0 in the Champions League final in Oslo in May.
Paralluelo has played 41 times for Spain's senior team and was crowned world champion in 2023. She had previously won the world **** les at under-17 level in 2018 and at under-20 level in 2022.

#three

Real Madrid are preparing to raise their offer for Yan Diomande after RB Leipzig rejected their opening proposal, with the Spanish giants now ready to commit €120 million to secure the young forward.
According to SPORT, Real Madrid have intensified their pursuit of Yan Diomande after seeing an initial package worth €100 million (€90 million fixed plus €10 million in add-ons) turned down by RB Leipzig.
As such, the Bundesliga side has remained firm in their valuation of the 19-year-old, prompting Los Blancos to return with an improved proposal.
It is said that Real Madrid's interest in Diomande gathered momentum following the FIFA World Cup, where the teenager boosted his growing reputation with a series of eye-catching displays.
Real Madrid's opening offer for Yan Diomande was rejected. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)

#offer #opening

Jose Mourinho had a very successful first spell at Real Madrid, going toe-to-toe with a super Barcelona team, and now he is back for his second spell.
During his time in the Spanish capital back then, several players played and trained under him, and anecdotes from them are always interesting to hear.
One of them is Borja Mayoral, who spent a stint at Los Blancos and is currently playing for city rivals Getafe.
In an interview with MARCA, the current Getafe striker spoke openly about his experience with Mourinho, describing both the positive influence the coach had on his development and the moments that left him uncomfortable in the dressing room.
Despite not always enjoying regular playing time, Mayoral spoke warmly about Mourinho's work on the training ground. He said:

#mayoral