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According to reports in the Spanish newspaper AS, Liverpool have contacted Real Madrid to enquire about Xabi Alonso and to gain insight into his brief, underwhelming spell as manager at the Bernabeu. With uncertainty growing around Arne Slot's long-term future, Alonso has been linked with taking over at Anfield.

Barcelona star Gavi has opened up on his fiery confrontation with Vinicius Junior during Sunday's decisive Clasico at Camp Nou. The midfielder played a key role as the Blaugrana secured a 2-0 victory to clinch the La Liga title, but the match included several high-tension flashpoints between the two rivals.

Former Chelsea player and manager Ruud Gullit has explained to GOAL why the Blues are no longer appealing for top bosses and would be snubbed by the likes of Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp. The Premier League heavyweights were once in the market for the best players and coaches available, but the lack of stability in west London has seen their mass appeal wane.

Joao Cancelo has written his name into the history books following Barcelona’s clinical 2-0 victory over Real Madrid to secure the La Liga title. While the Blaugrana celebrated domestic dominance at the Camp Nou, the Portuguese defender reached a milestone that has eluded the greatest icons of the game.

Marcus Rashford has admitted he is unsure on his Barcelona future despite helping the Catalan giants secure the La Liga title with a sensational goal in their Clasico victory over Real Madrid. The Manchester United loanee, who has enjoyed a career resurgence in Spain, admitted his long-term fate remains out of his hands as his temporary spell at Camp Nou nears its conclusion.

Mason Greenwood has addressed the mounting speculation regarding his relationship with Marseille head coach Habib Beye following his decisive performance against Le Havre. The 24-year-old forward netted the only goal of the game from the penalty spot to secure a 1-0 victory for the Ligue 1 giants.

Vinicius Junior ensured the Barcelona faithful knew exactly who remain the kings of the Champions League despite Real Madrid suffering a painful Clasico defeat on Sunday. As Los Blancos struggled to a 2-0 away defeat to their arch-rivals, the Brazilian winger took it upon himself to silence the jeering home crowd with a pointed reminder of the trophy cabinet in the capital.

It's official: Barcelona are La Liga champions once again - and in the end it was all very predictable. The runaway leaders only needed a point as the fixture schedule gave them the unique opportunity to retain their crown against Real Madrid in El Clasico, but they never looked like settling for a draw against their rudderless rivals, who are in the midsts of a dressing room crisis. The victory was swift and brutal, as Hansi Flick's side required just 20 minutes to put the game and the title beyond their old foes at Spotify Camp Nou.

Nico O’Reilly has been tipped to nail down England’s left-back berth for “the next decade”, with Michael Gray explaining to GOAL why the Manchester City star is an “incredible talent”. With the versatile 21-year-old expected to become a mainstay in the Three Lions’ defence over the course of a 10-year period, what does that mean for United full-back Luke Shaw?

Lionel Messi has shared an emotional message of congratulations after watching his former club Barcelona secure back-to-back La Liga titles in historic fashion. The Argentine legend was among the first to react as the Blaugrana dismantled Real Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou to move into an unassailable lead at the top of the table.

Gary Neville has referred to Sunday's 95th-minute VAR call that went Arsenal's way against West Ham as a historic turning point that could decide the title. "It's an earthquake, a tremor that lasts just a moment," Neville declared while commentating on the Hammers' 1-0 defeat at the London Stadium. For the Manchester United legend, it was clear: "This is the biggest moment in the history of VAR in the Premier League."

Christian Pulisic missed AC Milan’s 3-2 defeat to Atalanta due to a glute injury, though ESPN reported his absence was largely “precautionary.” No timeline has been given for his return, but the timing is far from ideal: Milan have two league matches left and are clinging to fourth place, the final Champions League qualifying spot, on head-to-head over Roma.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including Pulisic and AC Milan facing the prospect of missing the Champions League...again.

Joshua Zirkzee’s future at Old Trafford is under intense scrutiny following a toothless performance during Manchester United’s disappointing 0-0 draw at Sunderland. The Dutch forward has been heavily criticised for his lack of physicality and impact, with pundits and former players suggesting that he lacks the necessary profile to succeed in a Red Devils shirt.

Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has launched a scathing attack on the officiating following Arsenal's controversial 1-0 victory over West Ham. The former goalkeeper was left furious after a late equaliser for the relegation-threatened Hammers was disallowed by VAR, claiming the Gunners benefit from a double standard and would not be leading the Premier League without it.

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has admitted his astonishment at the defensive prowess of Gabriel Magalhaes, naming the Arsenal centre-back as his toughest opponent this season. The Brazilian striker confessed that, despite facing elite defenders across Europe, the "inspired" form of his compatriot has posed the ultimate test to his attacking instincts.

Vinicius Jr went missing and Real Madrid turned in a spirited yet ineffective performance against Barcelona, losing 2-0 and watching their rivals lift the league trophy in the process. Los Blancos were outplayed throughout, and could never recover from an early deficit in a game that more or less summed up the massive gulf in quality between the two teams.

Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira has admitted that he cannot guarantee midfielder Elliot Anderson will remain at the club next season. The highly sought-after England international is currently attracting intense interest from both Manchester United and Manchester City following his exceptional performances, as his valuation reportedly reaches a staggering £120 million mark.

Barcelona retained their league title in dream circumstances on Sunday night, comprehensively defeating fierce rivals Real Madrid in El Clasico on home soil. La Liga's runaway leaders only needed a point from the showdown at Spotify Camp Nou and would have expected a stern contest against their old foes, but in truth this was a routine victory over a Madrid side in disarray after a week of chaos behind the scenes.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided a candid explanation for his tactical U-turn after substituting Martin Zubimendi just 39 minutes after bringing him on against West Ham. The Gunners boss admitted that the initial reshuffle following Ben White’s first-half injury disrupted the team’s rhythm, forcing him to make a ruthless decision to protect Arsenal's slender lead in the Premier League title race.

Sam Coffey lifted the WSL trophy with Manchester City, Lindsey Heaps scored as OL Lyonnes won the Coupe de France, and Emily Fox helped Arsenal cruise past Aston Villa.

Marcus Rashford emulated Lionel Messi during Sunday's Clasico, scoring a magnificent direct free-kick to help Barcelona establish a 2-0 half-time lead against Real Madrid. The Manchester United loanee found the top corner from range in the ninth minute, becoming the first Blaugrana player to score a free-kick in the fixture since Messi in 2012.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised the match officials for their "brave" decision to disallow a late West Ham equaliser in a tense 1-0 victory for his team on Sunday. The Spaniard insisted that the VAR intervention to award a foul on David Raya was the correct call, one that provided necessary clarity amidst the chaotic final moments at the London Stadium.

Andoni Iraola has left Europe's elite clubs, including Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Manchester United, in a state of anticipation following a calculated update on his managerial future. The Bournemouth boss insisted he is in absolutely no hurry to jump into a new project despite his impending exit, as he remains fully focused on securing European football for the Cherries.

Cesc Fabregas has led Como to a historic achievement, securing European football for the first time in the club's history after a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona. The milestone comes exactly two years after their promotion to Serie A. With his managerial stock rising rapidly, Fabregas' success in Italy continues to fuel rumours of a potential return to his former club Chelsea.

Jarrod Bowen has launched a scathing attack on officiating standards after West Ham United saw a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser against Arsenal chalked off by VAR. The Hammers captain was left incensed following a five-minute delay at the London Stadium, arguing that the decision to overturn the goal highlighted a problem with the consistency required in the Premier League’s most pivotal moments.

Spain’s World Cup preparations have suffered a devastating blow after Nico Williams was forced off with a muscular injury during Athletic Club's La Liga match against Valencia. Coming just weeks before the tournament and following Lamine Yamal's season-ending injury, the winger's distress on the pitch has sparked major fears over his availability for the national squad.

Weston McKennie has declared that he is ready to transform the immense pressure of a home World Cup into a historic performance for the United States men's national team. The Juventus midfielder insists that while the "butterflies" are inevitable, he feels no fear heading into the 2026 tournament, viewing the global spotlight as a unique opportunity to elevate American soccer to unprecedented heights.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has raised eyebrows by insisting he was "very happy" with his side's 2-2 draw against relegated Burnley on Sunday. The Spanish boss launched a passionate defence of his squad at Turf Moor, remaining steadfastly positive even as their pursuit of Champions League qualification hit a significant roadblock.