Primera C - Generale

Jose Mourinho has reached an agreement to return to Real Madrid on a three-year contract, but the move has been complicated by a significant financial development. While 'the Special One' is set for a sensational second stint at the Bernabeu, the timing of the deal has seen his release clause more than double.

Former Real Madrid head coach Jorge Valdano has come to the defence of Kylian Mbappe, insisting that the Frenchman is being unfairly targeted by critics. The legendary Argentine figure believes the narrative surrounding the forward has become toxic since his move to the Bernabeu.

Julian Alvarez has reportedly informed Atletico Madrid of his desire to leave the club this summer, snubbing a massive contract extension in the process. The Argentine forward is understood to be seeking a more ambitious sporting project amid interest from the likes of Barcelona, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.

Marc-André ter Stegen remains under contract at FC Barcelona, yet his sporting future there is over. The club is therefore said to be ready to offload the goalkeeper, with a loan move the most likely outcome.