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Former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has waded into the debate over who carries the most weight in Hansi Flick's current squad, offering a surprising take on the team's hierarchy. While the world remains fixated on teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and midfield maestro Pedri, the Croatian veteran believes the real difference-maker resides elsewhere on the pitch.

The Turkish midfielder talks about the switch from Inzaghi to Chivu and reveals some behind-the-scenes transfer news.

Whilst Real Madrid is becoming a laughing stock due to its mishandling of Kylian Mbappé, a former employee is once again firing barbs at the world-class club.

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr is reportedly in line to join Real Madrid after training with the club's prestigious youth academy. The 15-year-old forward, who has been developing his game at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, joined the Merengues' Under-16 squad for a session on Tuesday. He could now follow in the illustrious footsteps of his father, who is the all-time leading goalscorer in Real Madrid history.

Following their failed bid for Lautaro, the Catalans are now, a few years on, ready to make a move for another star from Inter’s squad.

Michael Olise has attracted interest from numerous top clubs. Yet despite the huge sums on offer, the bosses at FC Bayern Munich remain unimpressed.

He's only gone and done it again! A year after becoming the first player to win NXGN twice, Lamine Yamal has finished top of GOAL's annual list of the top teenagers in world football for the third time in a row. It's not as if the outcome of the 2026 vote was ever in any doubt either. Yamal is no longer just the most talented young player in the game today. He's also its most talented player, full stop.

Achraf Hakimi remains fully committed to Paris Saint-Germain as he aims to secure the second Champions League title of his career, his agent says. Despite persistent speculation linking the Moroccan international with a sensational return to Real Madrid, his representative has moved to clarify the defender's immediate future at the Parc des Princes.

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has openly admitted he is utterly astounded by the rapid development of his teenage team-mate Lamine Yamal. The French international firmly believes the wider footballing world still underestimates the sheer magnitude of what the 18-year-old winger is achieving week in, week out at the absolute pinnacle of European football.

Barcelona have identified Julian Alvarez as their primary target to lead the line for the long-term, but the Catalan giants are not prepared to pay over the odds for the Atletico Madrid star. As Hansi Flick looks to reshape his squad for the upcoming campaign, the club have established a clear financial ceiling for the Argentine international.

Real Madrid’s handling of Kylian Mbappé’s injury could apparently have had drastic consequences. Now, explosive allegations have come to light, and the superstar himself has also spoken out about his time of suffering.

Athletic Club have opened advanced negotiations with former Borussia Dortmund head coach Edin Terzic regarding their managerial vacancy. The 43-year-old is the primary candidate to succeed Ernesto Valverde, who recently confirmed his intention to step down at the end of the current campaign.

Real Madrid allegedly committed an astonishing medical blunder by examining the wrong knee of superstar forward Kylian Mbappe. The French international was reportedly left furious after the club’s medical staff focused on his healthy right leg instead of his injured left one, forcing the 27-year-old to travel to Paris to seek expert help and a proper diagnosis to avoid having major surgery.

Barcelona are plotting a major attacking reshuffle this summer, prioritising the retention of veteran striker Robert Lewandowski over Ferran Torres. The Catalan giants are prepared to listen to offers for the 26-year-old Spain international to generate crucial transfer funds. This financial boost will aid their ambitious pursuit of two forwards to revitalise their front line.

Hansi Flick has apparently agreed internally that a Barcelona star should stay beyond the end of the season.

A future in the MLS for the French striker.

Barcelona maintained their four-point lead at the summit of La Liga with a gritty 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano, but the match was partially overshadowed by a moment of apparent friction between Lamine Yamal and Hansi Flick. Yamal was visibly angry after being withdrawn in the closing stages of the game at the Spotify Camp Nou. This rare show of dissent from the 18-year-old has sparked immediate debate regarding the dynamic between the manager and his star pupil.