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Revealed: Pep Guardiola played secret role in convincing Rodri to reject Real Madrid for Barcelona transfer

Rodri has arrived in Catalonia to finalise a major move to Barcelona this summer after rejecting interest from Real Madrid. The midfielder was named the best player at the 2026 World Cup and remains among the frontrunners for this year's Ballon d'Or.

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A promising start: how did Ouazzane respond strongly to Real Madrid's rejection?

A Moroccan gem Morocco's Abdellah Ouazane has announced himself as a standout star at Ajax with a dazzling display in the 2-2 draw against Heerenveen, just months after Real Madrid pulled out of a deal to sign him following his medical.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 18

A single player throwing Mourinho's calculations into disarray before kick-off

Khalifa Özil emerges again One name stands out from Real Madrid's pre-season: Arda Guler. The Turkish star was the most consistent performer over the summer, and much of the team's tactical thinking flowed through him in the opening steps of Jose Mourinho's second spell in charge of the technical staff.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 18

Mourinho's toughest task has begun: turning Real Madrid into a copy of Paris

A warning message to the Real Madrid coach Six heavyweight signings have landed across every line at Real Madrid, yet the shocking truth remains: talent alone does not win titles.

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Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 18

Mourinho holds four untouchable cards

6 matches that revealed the secret The trials are over. Now, in José Mourinho's words, comes the time for "hard work" and "good work", after Real Madrid played six friendlies to test their players before facing Espanyol in La Liga.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 18

Cucurella booed en masse by 62,000 people on his Real Madrid debut

Marc Cucurella was booed every time he touched the ball on Sunday afternoon during Schalke 04 - Real Madrid (0-3). The Germany fans have clearly not forgotten the semi-final of Euro 2024.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

3 million euros are the headline of the new battle between Real Madrid and Barcelona

Last season's goal returns to the fore Real Madrid and Barcelona are gearing up for an early tussle over one of La Liga's brightest prospects, according to reports in Spain.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 17

Milan, Cardinale has made a move for Endrick: Real Madrid say no to a loan

The Brazilian is not for sale, but AC Milan have joined the queue. It is not just Moreira or the exits of Leao and Nkunku. At AC Milan , the hunt goes on for an attacking wildcard, a creative player to bolster the squad behind Goncalo Ramos alongside Christian Pulisic.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 17

Milan, Cardinale moved for Endrick: Real Madrid say no to a loan

The Brazilian is not for sale, but AC Milan have put themselves on the list. Moreira is not the only issue, nor are the departures of Leao and Nkunku. At AC Milan , the search goes on for a versatile attacking player, a playmaker to slot in behind Goncalo Ramos alongside Christian Pulisic.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

3 million euros the headline of the new battle between Real Madrid and Barcelona

Last season's goal returns to the fore Spanish reports have said that an early battle is brewing between Real Madrid and Barcelona over one of La Liga's promising talents.

Jose Mourinho News / Goal.com / August 17

Weak-point treatment plan: Mourinho delays the return of Real Madrid's two gems

A joint decision with the Real Madrid management Real Madrid have yet to settle the future of two of their young players, leaving the door open to a return to the Santiago Bernabeu after the end of next season.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Italian offers chase Endrick, and Real Madrid responds

A decisive decision from Mourinho Real Madrid have shut the door on a flurry of Italian interest in Brazilian forward Endrick. Transfer market expert Fabrizio

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Shocking numbers reveal the secret: Real Madrid and Barcelona face an unstoppable giant

32 billion euros reveals the map of financial power in European football European football is closing in on a new season, but this time the contest stretches far beyond the pitch.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Returning like a hurricane: Mbappé fires up Mourinho's enthusiasm at Real Madrid

6 minutes are enough Kylian Mbappé needed just six minutes to open his goalscoring account under José Mourinho. The France star's mere presence sharpens Real Madrid's ferocity and changes everything about the team.

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Luka Modric News / Goal.com / August 17

Former Real Madrid player: Modric is a gift from destiny

Exceptional support Spanish defender Mario Gila, currently of Milan and formerly of Real Madrid, has confirmed that being reunited with Croatian star Luka Modric at the Italian side represents a gift from fate for him, praising the role his teammate plays in developing his level both technically and mentally.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

A Real Madrid legend shocks Barcelona: the Rodri deal will not have much of an impact

Manchester City star Rodri is close to an official move to Barcelona during the current summer transfer window. Real Madrid opened talks with Rodri to secure his services, and the player agreed to join the Merengues, only to switch destination in stunning fashion once Barcelona entered the picture.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Mourinho gives the green light to sign Arsenal star

Rodri's replacement Portugal's José Mourinho, the manager of Real Madrid, has given the green light for Los Blancos to sign one of Arsenal's stars during the current summer transfer window.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Emergency plan: Mourinho turns Real Madrid's signing into the new Rodri!

"The Special One" finds his playmaker José Mourinho finds himself facing his biggest dilemma since day one: the search for the creative midfielder he has repeatedly requested but who has yet to arrive, forcing him to find the solution from within the squad.

Marc Cucurella News / Goal.com / August 17

'Everything is easier!' - Marc Cucurella sends message to Real Madrid fans after making 'long-awaited' debut

Cucurella made his first appearance for Real Madrid during the club's victory over German side Schalke 04 at the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen. The defender entered the action in the 61st minute as he got his first pre-season minutes under his belt.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Official: Real Madrid announce departure of their player

Real Madrid continue to sell young talents Real Madrid confirmed the exit of one of their players on Monday, striking a deal with French club Strasbourg during the current summer window.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

Behind closed doors: Real Madrid prepare a surprise for their new signings

What's the story? Real Madrid are preparing to present their new signings during the current week, just days before their first appearance in La Liga against Espanyol.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

After missing out on the 'deal of the century': Real Madrid opts for a new gamble

Do you agree? Real Madrid have settled their approach to the closing days of the summer window. Club chiefs will make no new additions in midfield or defence, despite missing out on Spain's Rodri, who now stands on the verge of joining arch-rivals Barcelona.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

With the Rodri deal: Barcelona prepares a French-style catastrophe for Real Madrid

A World Cup clash awaits the Clasico Real Madrid have been handed a warning about the bleak scenario awaiting them this season. Cast your mind back to the 2026 World Cup semi-final.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / August 17

A historic deal: Real Madrid announces the departure of its player to the French league

Real Madrid confirmed on Monday that Jacobo Ortega has joined French side Strasbourg, with the Spanish club retaining 30% of his rights. AS newspaper reported that Real sanctioned the departure of the 19-year-old to the French league for 10 million euros.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / August 14