The road to Madrid begins this week as the league phase gets under way - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
West Ham United have confirmed that French centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo has departed the London Stadium to join Ligue 1 side RC Lens on a season-long loan deal. The move marks a swift return to his homeland for the defender, who has struggled to maintain a regular starting spot under the current management Nuno Espirito Santo in East London.
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly surprised by the referee's official match report following Nuno Mendes' late red card against Lens. Les Parisiens fear the specific wording used by match official Jeremie Pignard could result in a severe suspension for the Portuguese full-back.
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