Messi’s pre-2007 milestones: What Barcelona’s icon achieved before Yamal was born
Before Lamine Yamal was born in July 2007, Lionel Messi had already won the Champions League, claimed the Golden Boy award and scored a hat-trick against Real Madrid.
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Alexander-Arnold Embraces Mourinho’s Intense Pre-Season Regime at Real Madrid
Trent Alexander-Arnold has described Real Madrid’s pre-season as “hot and very intense” as he works under José Mourinho for the first time at Valdebebas. The England defender is aiming to regain full fitness after acknowledging he had been “out of action for a long time.”
Bayern Munich confident Olise will stay despite Real Madrid speculation
Bayern Munich remain relaxed about Michael Olise’s future after receiving assurances from the player’s camp that he will not leave this summer. The Bundesliga champions maintain the French winger is not for sale.
Aubameyang set for Deportivo La Coruña switch from Marseille in €1.5m deal
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is poised to join newly-promoted Deportivo La Coruña from Marseille in a €1.5 million transfer, with the Gabon striker set to miss the French club’s pre-season tour.
Courtois cleared of serious injury ahead of Real Madrid season
Thibaut Courtois has been cleared of serious injury following tests on the groin problem sustained during the World Cup quarter-finals, with the goalkeeper expected to be fit for Real Madrid’s La Liga opener.
Bayern Munich sell Jonathan Asp Jensen to Deportivo La Coruña for €6m
The 20-year-old Danish midfielder has signed an eight-year contract with the newly promoted La Liga side after a productive loan spell in Switzerland.
Real Madrid Board Overrules Mourinho to Retain Pintus as Physical Trainer
Real Madrid’s hierarchy has intervened to keep Antonio Pintus as physical trainer, overriding José Mourinho’s reported preference for his own appointment in the role.
Mourinho begins second Real Madrid spell with first pre-season training
José Mourinho has formally begun his second spell as Real Madrid manager, leading his first training session at Valdebebas on Monday with a depleted squad due to World Cup commitments.
Real Sociedad Target Former Lens Defender Malang Sarr Amid Marseille Interest
Real Sociedad are attempting to sign Malang Sarr after the former Chelsea defender left RC Lens. Olympique de Marseille have also made enquiries about the free agent.
Venezia Close to €16m Deal for Sevilla Striker Akor Adams
Venezia director Filippo Antonelli confirms talks are at a “very advanced stage” to sign Nigeria international Akor Adams from Sevilla for a reported €16m plus bonuses.