Real Madrid started their 2022 in the worst possible way on Sunday, slumping to a 1-0 defeat at Getafe in LaLiga Santander's early game. Coach Carlo Ancelotti was left unhappy but accepting of the result. Los Blancos were sluggish on the day and the Italian admitted that they were a long way away from the side that ended 2021 in fine form and as runaway LaLiga Santander leaders. "We reacted ...Full Story »

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has said it is "crazy" this weekend's match against Mallorca is going ahead following a COVID-19 outbreak at the Catalan club. Barca have 10 confirmed positive cases among their first-team squad and a further seven players either suspended, injured or a doubt for the game at San Moix. However, LaLiga rules state that fixtures should be played if clubs have at lea...Full Story »

  Aymeric Laporte AFP Barcelona have been linked in the English press with a move for another Spain international from Manchester City, as they appear to be keen on Aymeric Laporte. The Catalans have already secured the signing of Ferran Torres yet haven't taken their eyes off the Citizens' squad, although a deal for the former Athletic Club defender would be likely pursued with a view t...Full Story »

Real Madrid saw offers of £137m and £154m for Kylian Mbappe rejected over the summer, but the Frenchman is forcing the La Liga outfit to wait until the end of the season to secure his signature Kylian Mbappe has decided to postpone his talks to join Real Madrid until next summer in a bid to show respect to his current club, Paris Saint-Germain. The 23-year-old’s contract at the...Full Story »

Word stemming from the Spanish media on Thursday evening points towards another January addition to the frontline of La Liga giants FC Barcelona inching closer to completion. Torres secured The subject of transfers has of course taken its place front and centre when it comes to developments at the Camp Nou over recent weeks. This comes as new boss Xavi Hernandez prepares for his first oppor...Full Story »

Chelsea could be the offered the chance to re-sign Eden Hazard in part-exchange for Reece James, according to reports. The Belgium international has endured a difficult two and a half years at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu following his move from Chelsea in 2019. Hazard has struggled with form and fitness throughout his time in the Spanish capital, and a parting of the ways could suit both t...Full Story »

Barcelona have completed the signing of Manchester City forward Ferran Torres. The Blaugrana have been linked with a move for Torres for some time, and Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola confirmed last week that a deal was close. Barca have had some salary issues to work out in the last 24 hours or so, and they still have some work to do, but they have received the right assurances to be abl...Full Story »

Sergi Roberto expects to be offered a new contract by Barcelona. Sport says Roberto is recovering from the surgery he had in Finland on December 9. He is calm because Barcelona have given him their word that they will renew his deal by two more years, until 2024. Xavi spoke to the board and said he agrees with Sergi's contract being extended. His agents and Barcelona were set to meet the sam...Full Story »

Real Madrid could submit a juicy offer to Chelsea during the January transfer window. Los Blancos are biding their time with Kylian Mbappe, expected to wait until after their Champions League clash with PSG to submit their pre-contract agreement offer. But they might just have other needs to take care of, and according to The Sun, who have suggested they could move for a right-back. Dani Ca...Full Story »

Barcelona and Real Madrid have received a boost in the pursuit of Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland. Marca says the LaLiga Santander duo is well placed to beat competition from Premier League counterparts. Haaland, who could yet stay on at Dortmund for another season after this current campaign, has been linked with each side of the Clasico rivalry as well as Bayern Munich, Manchester...Full Story »