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Barcelona have moved quickly to clarify their legal position following reports that Real Madrid submitted a 'considerable' amount of documentation to UEFA regarding the Negreira case. The Catalan giants are standing firm, insisting that the European governing body has not launched any fresh disciplinary proceedings despite the latest intervention from their fierce rivals.

Ousmane Dembele has firmly dismissed rumours of a fallout with France team-mate Kylian Mbappe following comments regarding the upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony. Speculation suggested a frosty relationship had developed between the pair after Mbappe spoke to the media, but Dembele insists their close friendship remains completely intact as they reunite on international duty this week.

European football's governing body have officially reopened disciplinary proceedings concerning the Negreira case after receiving thousands of documents from Real Madrid. The Spanish giants are demanding urgent action regarding the historic payments made by Barcelona to a former refereeing official, which could potentially lead to severe sporting sanctions for the Catalan club.

Brighton’s latest sensation Chema Andres has wasted no time in making his mark on the Premier League, but the 21-year-old midfielder already has one eye on a potential return to his former home. After a blistering start to life at the Amex Stadium, Andres - already being dubbed the 'new Rodri' - has openly admitted that he harbours ambitions of wearing the famous white shirt of Real Madrid once again.