Jose Mourinho has opened up on the internal dynamics at Real Madrid, insisting he has not needed to intervene in the relationship between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde. The Portuguese tactician also jumped to the defence of Vinicius Jr, using a colourful proverb to silence the Brazilian's recent critics.
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has been named the club's Player of the Month for August following a vote by supporters. The French forward insisted it remains a privilege to represent Los Blancos while backing his team-mates to achieve great things this season.
Former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich playmaker James Rodriguez has completed a sensational return to Colombian domestic football by signing for Atletico Nacional. The 35-year-old national team captain arrives on a free transfer, penning an initial one-year contract with an option to extend following his recent departure from MLS outfit Minnesota United.