Manchester United have been urged to gazump Aston Villa in the race for Real Madrid’s Brazilian sensation Endrick as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. The teenage prodigy, who arrived in the Spanish capital with immense expectations, is facing an uncertain immediate future at the Bernabeu under Jose Mourinho.
Real Madrid still love a ‘Galactico’, but ex-Blancos star Michael Owen has told GOAL that there is little chance of Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland forming part of a fearsome frontline at Santiago Bernabeu. Instead, it is likely to remain a case of “one or the other” when it comes to superstar forwards that now operate in the same central striking position.
There are rivalries that never grow old: even in a Netflix documentary about his life’s work ("Mourinho"), Jose Mourinho could not resist a jibe at Pep Guardiola.
Thibaut Courtois has expressed his excitement at reuniting with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid, insisting that the veteran manager’s disciplined approach is exactly what the club needs. The Belgian goalkeeper returned to training ahead of schedule as he steps up his recovery from an injury sustained during the 2026 World Cup.
Aston Villa are weighing up an ambitious loan swoop for Real Madrid forward Endrick ahead of the transfer deadline. The 20-year-old Brazil international spent the second half of last season on loan at Lyon before featuring at the World Cup, and Unai Emery's side are now keen to bring him to Villa Park to bolster their attacking options.