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Man United target Varane considering Real Madrid future – sources

Craig Burley breaks down the latest transfer rumours, headlined by a potential swap of Man United’s Paul Pogba and Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale.

Karim Benzema crushed any hopes of an upset win for Huesca with his curler in the 89th minute, to seal Real Madrid’s victory at Santiago Bernabéu.

Zinedine Zidane claims Manchester United’s Paul Pogba would want to play for Real Madrid at some point in his career.
Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane is considering his future with the club, sources have told ESPN FC.
Varane has been linked with moves to Manchester United and Bayern Munich, but it is understood the World Cup winner is first weighing up whether he wants to stay at Madrid before deciding on his next destination.
ESPN FC understands that rather than looking to improve his contract, as has previously been reported, Varane wants to decide what is best for his career long-term having won every trophy…

Real Madrid’s Zidane backs players amid ‘difficult season’

Sergio Ramos and Real Madrid suffered their first loss since Zinedine Zidane’s return.
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said he was with his players after Wednesday’s 2-1 loss at Valencia — his first since returning to the Bernabeu bench — and that each defeat in this “difficult season” was painful.
Valencia were the better organised and motivated team throughout and deservedly went 2-0 up through Goncalo Guedes and Ezequiel Garay before Los Blancos striker Karim Benzema headed a goal back in the game’s final action.
A ninth La Liga defeat of the season leaves Madrid now 13 points…

Real Madrid’s Bernabeu revamp to begin soon after end of season – Perez

Craig Burley breaks down the latest transfer rumours, headlined by a potential swap of Man United’s Paul Pogba and Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale.

Zinedine Zidane claims Manchester United’s Paul Pogba would want to play for Real Madrid at some point in his career. Work on the delayed €525 million revamp of Real Madrid’s Bernabeu stadium will begin as soon as possible after the end of the season, president Florentino Perez has said.
Plans for an extensive modernisation of the Bernabeu were announced by Perez more than a decade ago, but problems with funding and planning have seen the project repeatedly pushed back.

Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale has character to deal with jeers – Zidane

Craig Burley breaks down the latest transfer rumours, headlined by a potential swap of Man United’s Paul Pogba and Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale.

The FC panel examine how Gareth Bale’s age and wages could complicate a potential move away from Real Madrid.

Julien Laurens bets his mortgage that Kylian Mbappe will play for Real Madrid, but adds that the France star is in no hurry to make that happen.

ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti rates the likelihood Eden Hazard and Kylian Mbappe arrive and Gareth Bale departs Real Madrid this summer.
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has said Gareth Bale has the character to deal with whistles and jeers from fans.
Bale, 29, has been a target for the Bernabeu crowd throughout the season and was again whistled for missing a good chance to score in Sunday’s 3-2 win over bottom side Huesca.
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That has led to speculation that Bale could be on the move in the summer, with agent Jonathan Barnett telling ESPN FC that the Wales international would “wait and see” before deciding his future.
But speaking…

Real Madrid’s Zidane: I like Manchester United star Pogba a lot

Steve Nicol was surprised Manchester United didn’t wait till the end of the season before deciding to give Ole Gunnar Solskjaer a permanent deal.

Stewart Robson says that although he doesn’t think Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will work out for Manchester United, the club had no choice but to appoint him.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his primary aim as permanent manager of Manchester United is to win trophies and ‘make people smile.’

The FC crew feel Louis van Gaal’s comparisons of Man United under Solskjaer and Mourinho is just the Dutchman jumping to conclusions.
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has said he likes Paul Pogba “a lot” and suggested the midfielder could move to the Bernabeu when he leaves Manchester United.
Speaking at a news conference ahead of Sunday’s home game against Huesca, Zidane said Pogba was a “different” player and had few equals.
France international Pogba said earlier this month that “all players dream of playing for Real Madrid,” sparking speculation about a potential move.
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“I like him a lot — that is nothing new,” Zidane said….

Arsenal, Manchester City interest excites Atletico’s Thomas – source

Stevie Nicol feels Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez is “money well spent” and the ideal midfielder to replace Fernandinho at Manchester City.

Alvaro Morata says Antoine Griezmann doesn’t want to leave Atletico Madrid because of one bad week at the club.
Reported Arsenal and Manchester City target Thomas Partey is excited by the idea of playing in the Premier League, a source close to the Atletico Madrid midfielder has told ESPN FC.
Thomas, 25, has emerged as a key first team member for Atletico this season. He was suspended for the Champions League round-of-16 second leg defeat at Juventus, and his absence was considered a key factor in the result.
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– United to reject Pogba bids
– Atletico’s Thomas keen on Prem
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– Griezmann looking for Atleti exit

Reports in Spain have linked both Arsenal and City with a move for the midfielder — with…

Real Madrid’s Navas slams ‘ugly’ treatment by Solari, will quit if not No. 1

Alejandro Moreno addresses the latest rumours surrounding Alexis Sanchez, Sadio Mane, Antoine Griezmann and more in Transfer Rater.

Zinedine Zidane’s second spell in charge of Real Madrid began with a 2-0 victory, ending Los Blancos’ record four-game losing streak at home.

Returning Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane addresses Gareth Bale’s situation and rumours linking Kylian Mbappe with a move to the Bernabeu.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas has described treatment by former boss Santiago Solari as “ugly,” and hinted he could leave in the summer if he is not first choice next season.
Navas, 32, started as Madrid won the Champions League in each of the last three seasons before Julen Lopetegui and then Santiago Solari preferred summer signing Thibaut Courtois between the posts.

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And, after accepting a reduced role in the first team, Navas said he was disappointed not to be selected in a heavily rotated…

Vinicius Jr.: Barcelona ‘offered more,’ Real Madrid project more attractive

Vinicius Junior has said that Barcelona “offered more money for him,” but chose to join Real Madrid because young players get more of an opportunity at the Bernabeu.
Madrid agreed a €45 million deal to sign Vinicius from Flamengo in May 2017, with the transfer made effective last July when he turned 18.

It was reported at the time that Barca had also been working on a deal for the forward, with the contest between the two La Liga giants mirroring the complex battle for Neymar’s…

Real Madrid face competition for Junior Firpo signing – source

Alejandro Moreno addresses the latest rumours surrounding Alexis Sanchez, Sadio Mane, Antoine Griezmann and more in Transfer Rater.

Zinedine Zidane’s second spell in charge of Real Madrid began with a 2-0 victory, ending Los Blancos’ record four-game losing streak at home.

Returning Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane addresses Gareth Bale’s situation and rumours linking Kylian Mbappe with a move to the Bernabeu.
Reported Real Madrid target Junior Firpo is being tracked by “various clubs,” a source close to the Real Betis left-back has told ESPN FC.
Junior, 22, made his La Liga debut in February 2018 and contributed a goal and an assist when Betis registered a shock 4-3 win over Barcelona at Camp Nou in November.
Transfers

With help from former Tottenham and Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli, we show you a step-by-step guide to a transfer.

FIFA have banned Chelsea for a period of two transfer windows. But what did they do wrong and how will the punishment play out?

FC Exclusives

– Man City close on £80m Saul
– Real face battle for Junior Firpo
– Man United have no Bale plans
– Griezmann looking for Atleti exit
– Chelsea fear Hazard to Real

Barca, Juventus, Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal have also been linked with the Spain under-21 international, according to reports in the Spanish press. While Madrid were reportedly closest…

Zidane: I will count on all my Real Madrid players this season

Zinedine Zidane’s second spell in charge of Real Madrid began with a 2-0 victory, ending Los Blancos’ record four-game losing streak at home.

Returning Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane addresses Gareth Bale’s situation and rumours linking Kylian Mbappe with a move to the Bernabeu.

Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner predict La Liga’s notable fixtures from this weekend, but will Real Madrid get back on track under Zinedine Zidane?
Returning Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane confirmed his faith in his team’s “old guard” after the recalled Isco and Gareth Bale scored in Saturday afternoon’s 2-0 La Liga win over Celta.
Reappointed on Monday after leaving last year, Zidane immediately undid the decisions of predecessors Julen Lopetegui and Santiago Solari by reinstating the sidelined Keylor Navas, Marcelo, Isco, Marco Asensio and Gareth Bale in his XI.
The first half was even against a Celta side battling against relegation,…

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