Steve Nicol explains why Diego Simeone would have to alter his coaching philosophy if Atletico Madrid sign James Rodriguez.

Steve Nicol and Stewart Robson explain why they’re convinced Atletico Madrid are set up to have more success than rivals Real Madrid this campaign.

The FC crew examine Real Madrid’s current issues as Zinedine Zidane’s side head into the La Liga season on the back of a dismal ICC performance.

Gab Marcotti explains how Real Madrid’s shocking defeat to Atletico Madrid has reignited efforts to bring Paul Pogba to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid forward James Rodriguez plans to hold talks with manager Zinedine Zidane before making a decision on his future at the club, sources have told ESPN FC.
Last Monday, Madrid informed James they want him to stay at the club despite interest from Atletico Madrid and Napoli.
– When does the transfer window close?
– All major completed transfer deals
However, sources have told ESPN FC that the final decision remains up in the air because James wants to feel like an “important player” in order…

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Former Real Madrid manager Santi Solari says he only has “good words” for Gareth Bale who now looks set for a move to the Chinese Super League.

Steve Nicol and Ross Dyer discuss the knock-on effects that Marco Asensio’s left knee injury will have on Real Madrid’s plans for Gareth Bale and Dani Ceballos.

Gareth Bale scored, made a goal-line stop and missed a penalty in Real Madrid’s shootout victory against Arsenal.

Gareth Bale failed to convert on Real Madrid’s opening penalty, kicking the ball directly into the goalkeeper’s outstretched hands.
Gareth Bale’s proposed transfer to Chinese Super League side Jiangsu Suning has been called off by Real Madrid after the Wales international’s family opted against making the move, according to ESPN FC sources.
News the deal had collapsed was first reported by the BBC, and sources have told ESPN FC another reason for the breakdown was that Jiangsu would only agree to a free transfer, while Madrid were looking a fee for the 30-year-old.
– When does the 2019-20 La Liga season start?
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Craig Burley says Arsenal can’t afford to sign top talent, and that won’t change until the Kroenke family no longer owns the club.

Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour tells ESPN the key to getting the best out of Mesut Ozil is for Unai Emery to build the team around him.

ESPN FC’s Stewart Robson says Mesut Ozil and Henrikh Mkhitaryan are ‘too inconsistent’ to feature for Arsenal week in and week out.
Dani Ceballos has agreed to join Arsenal on a season-long loan with the Gunners expected to finalise the terms of the agreement with Real Madrid in the coming hours, sources close to the negotiation told ESPN FC.
Tottenham Hotspur, Sevilla and AC Milan also tried to sign the midfielder but different sources told ESPN FC that Unai Emery has been decisive in Ceballos accepting Arsenal’s proposal even though they won’t participate in the Champions League this season.
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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.

ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol likes Tanguy Ndombele for Tottenham but wonders what part of the midfield he will occupy with Christian Eriksen, Dele Alli and Moussa Sissoko all with clearly defined roles.
Atletico Madrid are set to complete the signings of Kieran Trippier and Mario Hermoso  after making a breakthrough in the negotiations with Tottenham Hotspur and Espanyol respectively on Tuesday, sources have told ESPN FC.
Atletico are finalising the details of both deals which will be completed at around €25 million each and that will serve to complete Diego Simeone’s defensive overhaul following the summer departures of key players Juanfran, Diego Godin, Lucas Hernandez and Filipe Luis.
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