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Real Madrid make Kroos replacement club's top transfer priority

Xabi Alonso's side have prioritised signing a new midfielder to replace the departed Toni Kroos as their next big move in the transfer market.

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Man City dealt another Rodri injury blow

Manchester City have been dealt another Rodri injury blow after he suffered a setback at the Club World Cup, Pep Guardiola has confirmed.

Reijnders ready to play 'anywhere' after Rodri injury blow

New Manchester City signing Tijjani Reijnders is determined to prove his worth and impress Pep Guardiola, as he is willing to play anywhere in the midfield. Guardiola could make use of the Dutch international's versatility in the absence of Ballon d'Or winner Rodri, who suffered a fresh injury during the Club World Cup after recovering from his ACL setback.

Man City season preview: Will new blood be enough for Pep?

The Cityzens have refreshed their squad but doubts remain over their ability to finish top of an ever-more competitive pile

‘Still the best’ - Guardiola reveals Rodri available for Spurs clash

Pep Guardiola has confirmed Rodri will be available for Manchester City’s vital clash against Tottenham on Saturday, hailing the Ballon d'Or holder as 'still the best player in the world'. The Spaniard missed the Premier League opener at Wolves but is now set for his first minutes of the new campaign after a careful recovery from his ACL tear last season.

'Kid mistakes!' - Rodri slams Man City squad after Brighton loss

Rodri was absolutely furious after Manchester City's loss against Brighton on Sunday as the Spaniard accused his team-mates of making "kid mistakes".

Rodri told to leave City and join Madrid by Spain team-mate

Dani Carvajal would love to reunite with his Spanish national team-mate Rodri at Real Madrid, urging the Manchester City star to join him in La Liga.

Ballon d’Or successor? Rodri makes four picks

Rodri has picked out four players that could succeed him as the Ballon d’Or winner in 2025, with Lamine Yamal considered to be in the mix.

Barcelona wonderkid Yamal gets ‘lost along the way’ warning

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has been sent a “lost along the way” warning, with Rodri passing on words of advice.

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EA Sports FC 26 player ratings: Salah tops Premier League stars

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has come out on top for the highest-rated Premier League players in the upcoming EA Sports FC 26 game.

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Guardiola on Gonzalez criticism and Rodri injury problems

Pep Guardiola was not impressed by suggestions that his Manchester City side were pegged back late on at Monaco in the Champions League due to the replacement of Rodri with Nico Gonzalez in midfield. The City boss defended the contribution Gonzalez made off the bench after coming on in the 61st minute, while he conceded that Ballon d'Or winner Rodri is not yet fit enough to play 90 minutes multiple times a week and "needs protecting" from recurring injury issues.

Rodri injury update & Man City return date target

Pep Guardiola has delivered an injury update on Rodri after seeing the Spaniard forced out of Manchester City’s Premier League clash with Brentford. The Ballon d’Or winner has been handled with care this season, but he limped away from the clash in west London and is facing another spell on the sidelines - although the man himself remains upbeat.

Real return for Rodri! €150m offer readied for Man City star

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is reportedly on Real Madrid’s radar once more, with the Spanish giants prepared to part with €150 million (£130m/$175m) in order to bring the midfielder onto their books. The Ballon d'Or winner is, however, considered to be a priceless commodity at the Etihad Stadium and the Premier League heavyweights have no intention of parting with a prized asset.

Stuttgart midfielder 'doesn't like' Rodri comparisons but hails Kimmich

Stuttgart midfielder Chema Andres has drawn comparisons to Rodri following his impressive start in Germany, with rumours now stating that Real Madrid are considering re-signing him next summer. While the former Real Madrid youngster is "privileged" to be compared to the Manchester City midfielder, he is not particularly a big fan of the comparisons.

Rodri ruled out for two more games in Man City injury update

Manchester City are set to remain without Rodri for at least two more games, with Pep Guardiola delivering another injury update on the Spain international midfielder. Having missed most of last season with knee ligament damage, Rodri has struggled to recover full match fitness in 2025-26. He currently finds himself back on the treatment table with a muscle complaint.

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Frequently asked questions

: Cole Palmer is an extremely technical player who features as either a central attacking midfielder or a right winger for Chelsea. He is left-footed, which allows him to cut in from the right flank when he's used as a winger.
: Cole Palmer was born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, in England.
: Cole Palmer wears the No. 20 shirt at Chelsea, assigned to him when the club signed him from Manchester City in 2023.
: Cole Palmer stands at 1.89m (6ft 2in) tall. Although he's not the quickest offensive player, he possesses exceptional technical ability and game sense.
: Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer weighs 74kg (163 lbs).
: Cole Palmer joined the Manchester City youth setup for their under-eights in 2010, despite growing up as a Manchester United fan.
: Cole Palmer is yet to become a father.
: Although the English international is yet to confirm it publicly, he was spotted on a vacation in Ibiza with manicurist and influencer Connie Grace shortly after the completion of Euro 2024, sparking rumours of a relationship.

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