Zinedine Zidane to be unveiled as France manager on Tuesday
The 1998 World Cup winner will succeed Didier Deschamps after a 14-year reign, returning to management five years after leaving Real Madrid.
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Vinícius Júnior nears Real Madrid contract extension until 2030
The Brazilian forward is close to agreeing a new deal worth up to €30 million per season that would secure his future at the Bernabéu until 2030 and end speculation over a move to Saudi Arabia.
Mourinho plans Özil-inspired role for Güler at Real Madrid
José Mourinho intends to construct his Real Madrid attack around Arda Güler, deploying the Turkish midfielder in a creative capacity reminiscent of Mesut Özil.
Zidane to be Unveiled as France Manager on Tuesday
Zinédine Zidane will return to management as France national team coach. The former Real Madrid boss is set to sign a four-year contract ahead of the 2026-2027 Nations League campaign.
Inter Miami Sign Casemiro as MLS Launches Tampering Investigation
Inter Miami have signed Brazilian midfielder Casemiro as a free agent, though Major League Soccer has opened a tampering investigation into how the club acquired his discovery rights from Los Angeles Galaxy.
Arsenal sign Spain goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez from Real Madrid
Arsenal have signed Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez from Real Madrid on a free transfer. The 27-year-old, who captained the Spanish side in 2025, arrives as part of the Gunners’ major summer recruitment drive.
Mbappé Claims Historic Second World Cup Golden Boot with Record-Equalling Tally
Kylian Mbappé has become the first player to win two World Cup Golden Boots after scoring 10 goals at the 2026 tournament, equalling Gerd Müller’s 56-year-old record despite France’s semi-final exit.
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.”
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.
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.