Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio is unlikely to play again in 2019 after he ruptured the cruciate ligament in his knee, potentially affecting the club’s transfer business during the remainder of the window.
Soon after scoring Madrid’s second goal during Tuesday’s 2-2 International Champions Cup game with Arsenal in Washington, D.C., Asensio fell to the floor following an accidental collision and it was immediately evident a serious injury had occurred.
– When does the 2019-20 La Liga season start?
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The FC crew make their predictions for where Dani Ceballos is headed after the Real Madrid midfielder posted a photo inside a London telephone booth.

Rafael Nadal takes some time away from talking tennis to share his thoughts on Real Madrid and the success of their transfer window so far.

Hector Herrera outlines why he chose Atletico Madrid and the achievements he hopes to accomplish with his new club.

Julien Laurens questions whether Joao Felix will be able to express himself at Atletico Madrid like he’s done with Benfica.
Atletico Madrid are interested in signing James Rodriguez from rivals Real Madrid and the player wants to make the move happen, a source close to the player has told ESPN FC.
Earlier this summer Bayern Munich declined to trigger an option to sign James permanently following two years on loan, and he is not in Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane’s plans.
– When does the 2019-20 La Liga season start?
Napoli had looked a likely destination, bringing a reunion with manager Carlo Ancelotti who worked with…

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Gab Marcotti joins ESPN FC to give the latest details on Antoine Griezmann’s potential transfer to Barcelona.

If all the transfers fall into place for Barcelona, will they be able to play Messi, Suarez, Griezmann and Neymar all at the same time?

Julien Laurens shares the latest on Antoine Griezmann and Neymar’s links to Barcelona, saying the club is confident both deals will get done.

Steve Nicol and Janusz Michallik share differing opinions on whether or not Barcelona could play Neymar, Antoine Griezmann Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi together.
Atletico Madrid have opened disciplinary proceedings against Antoine Griezmann for breach of contract, after the France international refused a request to attend preseason training on Sunday, a source has told ESPN FC.
At the end of last season Griezmann announced he was leaving Wanda Metropolitano and Barcelona were expected to immediately pay the clause when it dropped from €200 million to €120m on July 1.
– When does the 2019-20 La Liga season start?
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Gab Marcotti joins ESPN FC to give the latest details on Antoine Griezmann’s potential transfer to Barcelona.

If all the transfers fall into place for Barcelona, will they be able to play Messi, Suarez, Griezmann and Neymar all at the same time?

Julien Laurens shares the latest on Antoine Griezmann and Neymar’s links to Barcelona, saying the club is confident both deals will get done.

Steve Nicol and Janusz Michallik share differing opinions on whether or not Barcelona could play Neymar, Antoine Griezmann Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi together.
Atletico Madrid have opened disciplinary proceedings against Antoine Griezmann for breach of contract, after the France international refused a request to attend preseason training on Sunday, a source has told ESPN FC.
At the end of last season Griezmann announced he was leaving Wanda Metropolitano and Barcelona were expected to immediately pay the clause when it dropped from €200 million to €120m on July 1.
– When does the 2019-20 La Liga season start?
However, nobody has visited the…

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If all the transfers fall into place for Barcelona, will they be able to play Messi, Suarez, Griezmann and Neymar all at the same time?

Julien Laurens shares the latest on Antoine Griezmann and Neymar’s links to Barcelona, saying the club is confident both deals will get done.
Atletico Madrid have publicly denounced the behaviour of both Antoine Griezmann and Barcelona, while saying they have turned down a request from the Catalan outfit to be allowed to sign the France international now but pay for him later.
At the end of last season, Griezmann, 28, informed Atletico that he was leaving and Barca were expected to immediately trigger the clause when it dropped from €200 million to €120 million on July 1.
– When does the transfer window close?
– Bartomeu:…

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Sid Lowe says Atletico Madrid’s offer to Benfica for Joao Felix represents a shift in their transfer strategy, but isn’t convinced it will pay off.

Sid Lowe explains why the transition to life at Atleti could be especially difficult for Joao Felix should he make the move to Madrid this summer.

Steve Nicol and Janusz Michallik share differing opinions on whether or not Barcelona could play Neymar, Antoine Griezmann Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi together.

ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens breaks down Neymar and Antoine Griezmann’s respective wage bills and doesn’t see a way Barcelona could afford them both.
Atletico Madrid’s €126 million move for forward Joao Felix from Benfica is being held up as they wait to receive an expected €120m from the sale of Antoine Griezmann, sources have told ESPN FC.
Benfica confirmed last week that Atletico had made the huge offer for Portugal international, who would become the La Liga club’s biggest ever signing and the fifth most expensive in history.
– When does the transfer window close?
A source in Portugal told ESPN FC that “logistical issues…

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Sid Lowe says Atletico Madrid’s offer to Benfica for Joao Felix represents a shift in their transfer strategy, but isn’t convinced it will pay off.

Sid Lowe explains why the transition to life at Atleti could be especially difficult for Joao Felix should he make the move to Madrid this summer.

Steve Nicol and Janusz Michallik share differing opinions on whether or not Barcelona could play Neymar, Antoine Griezmann Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi together.

ESPN FC’s Julien Laurens breaks down Neymar and Antoine Griezmann’s respective wage bills and doesn’t see a way Barcelona could afford them both.
Atletico Madrid’s €126 million move for forward Joao Felix from Benfica is being held up as they wait to receive an expected €120m from the sale of Antoine Griezmann.
Benfica last week said that Atletico had made the huge offer for Portugal international, who would become the La Liga club’s biggest ever signing and the fifth most expensive in history.
– When does the transfer window close?
A source in Portugal told ESPN FC that “logistical issues with the financial operation” at…

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ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti examines the difficulties Real Madrid will have in trying to raise funds to pay for their new acquisitions this transfer window.

Steve Nicol explains how adding Eden Hazard puts Real Madrid in a better position to challenge Barcelona for next season’s La Liga title. Real Madrid left-back Marcelo has no intention of leaving and is focused on fighting for his place despite the pending arrival of France international Ferland Mendy, a source close to the player has told ESPN FC.
Marcelo has won 20 trophies including four Champions Leagues since joining the club in 2007, but the 31-year-old had a poor 2018-19 season during which he lost his place at one point to youngster Sergio Reguilon.
– Hunter: Key elements of Madrid’s summer window
– Keep or dump: Should Bale,…

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New Real Madrid signing Luka Jovic added to Aleksandar Mitrovic’s brace to help Serbia eventually win 4-1 over Lithuania in Belgrade.

ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti examines the difficulties Real Madrid will have in trying to raise funds to pay for their new acquisitions this transfer window.

Steve Nicol explains how adding Eden Hazard puts Real Madrid in a better position to challenge Barcelona for next season’s La Liga title.

Julien Laurens shares the latest on Eden Hazard and the reports that Chelsea has reached an agreement with Real Madrid to sign the Belgian playmaker.
There is “zero chance” of Real Madrid loaning out Vinicius Junior for the 2019-20 campaign, and Spanish media reports of problems with manager Zinedine Zidane are untrue, a source close to the player has told ESPN FC.
Vinicius’ impressive debut season was one of few highlights for Madrid during a disappointing year as his performances saw him become a fan favourite at the Bernabeu.
– When does the transfer window close?
An ankle injury picked up in February interrupted that progress, and AS had…

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Steve Nicol gives his take on the latest transfer rumours, including Manchester United’s interest in goalkeeper Jan Oblak and Benfica sensation Joao Felix.
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak wants to leave in the summer following broken promises over his future — and the boyhood Manchester United fan favours a move to Old Trafford over Paris Saint-Germain, a source has told ESPN FC.
Last week, Oblak voiced concerns about Atletico’s competitiveness, with star forward Antoine Griezmann set to leave and Lucas Hernandez, Diego Godin, Filipe Luis and Juanfran also departing.
– When does the transfer window close?
Oblak wants Atleti…

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