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Real Madrid Make Vinicius Junior ‘Contract Decision’ Amid Recent Fan Backlash

The superstar winger’s future at the Bernabéu remains uncertain.

Sports Illustrated

Football’s next tactical innovation is ‘just not having a manager’

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The order Xabi Alonso demanded at Real Madrid seemingly turned stars into toddlers – but he’s still the most wanted manager in Europe, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

The Independent UK

Transfer Rumors: Rashford Scuppers €100 Million Man Utd Deal; Klopp Plots Vinicius Jr Sale

Cole Palmer, Bradley Barcola, Kenan Yıldız, Gabriel Martinelli, Julián Alvarez and many more feature in the gossip.

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The Three Real Madrid Stars Who Were ’Unconvinced’ by Xabi Alonso

The Spaniard’s reportedly blamed his departure, which is described as a sacking rather than a mutual agreement, on his relationship with the club’s Galácticos.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer news live: Liverpool identify Guehi alternative, Frank’s Spurs future in doubt, Chelsea in wonderkid talks

All the latest January transfer window news, gossip and rumours

The Independent UK

Three Lessons Alvaro Arbeloa Can Learn From Real Madrid’s Spanish Super Cup Failure

Xabi Alonso gave his successor a blueprint of what to avoid in the ensuing months.

Sports Illustrated

The Winners, Losers From Xabi Alonso’s Sudden Real Madrid Exit

The now departed Spaniard had a publicly strained relationship with Vinicius Junior.

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Vinicius Junior Equals Ronaldo, Benzema, Puskas With Historic Real Madrid Milestone

The Brazilian had a historic performance despite Real Madrid losing in the Spanish Super Cup final.

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Xabi Alonso Explains Bizarre Vinicius Junior Substitution in Super Cup Final

The Brazil international was nearly unstoppable in the El Clásico thriller.

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Real Madrid: Superlative Barca Clinch Record Super Cup Title

Raphinha was the biggest difference-maker for Barcelona in an exhilarating Spanish Super Cup final.

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid: Blaugrana retain Spanish Super Cup in Clasico thriller

Back-to-back Super Cup triumphs for Barca as pressure mounts on Xabi Alonso

Evening Standard

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Barcelona: Repeated History Dooms Alonso in Super Cup Final

Los Blancos have now lost five of the last six Clásicos.

Sports Illustrated

Is Barcelona vs Real Madrid on TV tonight? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Supercopa final

The second El Clasico of the season sees Barcelona and Real Madrid face off in the final of the Supercopa in Jeddah

The Independent UK

Worst Case Scenario? Real Madrid Suffer Triple Injury Blow for Spanish Super Cup Final

Xabi Alonso’s options up top and in defense are dwindling ahead of Sunday’s Clásico.

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Barcelona vs Real Madrid lineups: Mbappe on bench - starting XIs, confirmed team news, injury latest for El Clasico

Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe are expected to feature in second El Clasico meeting of the season

Sports Illustrated

Xabi Alonso Slams Bitter Rival for Vinicius Jr Transfer Jibe

Vinicius Jr had the last laugh with a pointed social media post.

Evening Standard

What Diego Simeone told Vinicius Jr to spark furious Madrid derby row

Tempers flare during Spanish Super Cup semi-final clash as Xabi Alonso criticises rival boss

The Independent UK

Vinicius Jr goads Diego Simeone after heated Supercopa row

The Brazilian’s comment came after Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over their city rivals in the Spanish Super Cup

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‘A Lot of Problems’—Jude Bellingham Addresses Xabi Alonso’s Future at Real Madrid

The Spanish Super Cup could decide the manager’s fate at his former club.

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Transfer Rumors: Fernandes Eyes Record Man Utd Exit; €100 Million Offer for Raphinha

Antoine Semenyo, Bradley Barcola, Marc Guéhi, Vinicius Jr and many more feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Messi Tipped for Premier League Move; Man Utd Plot Rashford Return

Trent Alexander-Arnold, Elliot Anderson, Federico Chiesa and many more feature in the gossip.

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Xabi Alonso Gives Verdict on Vinicius Junior Backlash From Real Madrid Fans

The No. 7 has not found the back of the net for Los Blancos in his last 15 appearances.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Messi Eyes Inter Miami Addition; Vinicius Jr’s Record Premier League Offer

Ryan Gravenberch, Carlos Baleba, Bernardo Silva, Fermín López, Robert Lewandowski and more feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Real Betis: No Mbappe, No Problem

Gonzalo García completed a perfect hat trick in just his second La Liga start of the season.

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Why Real Madrid Are Delaying Decision on Antonio Rudiger—Report

The Germany international is yet to ink a contract extension in the Spanish capital.

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