For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.
Real Madrid have firmly dismissed speculation surrounding the immediate future of Trent Alexander-Arnold as the transfer window draws to a close. Despite swirling rumours of a shock return to Liverpool, club sources indicate that the full-back is not for sale.
Former Real Madrid and Manchester City defender Danilo has revealed plans to retire at Flamengo at the end of 2027. The 35-year-old Brazilian veteran is currently in advanced contract talks with the Rubro-Negro to extend his stay for one final season, aiming to conclude his trophy-laden career with silverware at his boyhood club.
Marc Cucurella has admitted he is still working his way back to full fitness after making his long-awaited home debut for Real Madrid. The Spanish full-back enjoyed an emotional night at the Santiago Bernabeu as Los Blancos swept aside Real Sociedad in a convincing 4-1 victory.
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has lifted the lid on the tactical masterclass delivered by Jose Mourinho at half-time during their 4-1 thrashing of Real Sociedad. The Uruguayan credits the manager's intervention for transforming a stuttering performance into a dominant display spearheaded by a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick.
Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to help Real Madrid secure a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga. The emphatic win marked a successful Bernabeu return for new manager Jose Mourinho, who praised his star forward's incredible hunger and relentless work ethic following a brief first-half scare.
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