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Natalia Belloli, the wife of Barcelona and Brazil winger Raphinha, has hit back at "absurd" reports suggesting that the family is currently enduring an economic crisis. The speculation began to swirl following comments from a former World Cup winner, but the family has now moved to definitively silence the noise.

Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing to offer Michael Olise a lucrative new contract to ward off heavy transfer interest from Real Madrid. The Bundesliga club are determined to keep the France winger, who has impressed at the World Cup, by significantly increasing his wages and extending his deal until 2031 amidst growing speculation about a high-profile departure.

Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin has launched a scathing attack on Barcelona, accusing the Catalan giants of "lies and disrespect" regarding their pursuit of Julian Alvarez. The Rojiblancos chief also confirmed that the club is prepared to take legal action after the Argentine striker sparked controversy with public comments regarding his future.

Jude Bellingham has weighed in on the blockbuster appointment of Jose Mourinho as the new Real Madrid head coach. The England international, currently shining at the 2026 World Cup, also gave his verdict on the club’s aggressive summer recruitment as the "Special One" begins to bolster his squad at the Bernabeu.