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Real Madrid to hand Arsenal star a pivotal role if they can sign him, player aware of interest

Real Madrid are interested in signing the Arsenal defender William Saliba at the end of the season, and the player is aware of their interest in him. According to a report from Spanish publication MARCA, Real Madrid have been tracking the player for a while, and they want him to lead their defensive unit next season.

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Sources: Ancelotti's move to Brazil hits impasse

Real Madrid are unhappy with the timing and financial arrangements of Carlo Ancelotti's exit from the club, leaving his reported move to take over as coach of the Brazil national team in jeopardy, sources told ESPN Brasil.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 29

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti considering new offer as Brazil deal breaks down

Carlo Ancelotti is expected to leave Real Madrid this summer, but it has yet to be decided exactly when he departs the club. It had been taken for granted that he would move on upon the conclusion of the La Liga season, but it now appears that he will remain in charge for a little while longer.

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Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 29

Third Real Madrid player in 24 hours confirmed to miss rest of La Liga season

Real Madrid have had a dreadful few days. They lost the Copa del Rey final on Saturday, and since then, three players have now been ruled out for the rest of the La Liga season, thus making it even more difficult for Carlo Ancelotti’s side to overhaul Barcelona in their bid to defend their title.

Real Madrid News / The42 / April 29

Real Madrid's Rudiger banned for six matches after Copa final red

Jude Bellingham was also sent off, but will not serve a ban after a review of the evidence found an error in the referee’s report,

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 29

More trouble for Real Madrid as defender ruled out for three months

After losing the Copa del Rey final, Real Madrid are on course to end the season with a major trophy – and things are not getting any better for Carlo Ancelotti, who looks set to be removed from his position as manager when the domestic campaign comes to an end in May.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / April 29

Rüdiger banned 6 games, Bellingham red revoked

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger received a six-game ban after his red card in the team's Copa del Rey final defeat to Barcelona.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / April 29

Sources: Madrid's Rüdiger (knee) out for 2 months

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger is expected to be out of action for up to two months, sources have told ESPN, after undergoing knee surgery on Tuesday.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 29

Real Madrid confirm knee surgery for defender – Club World Cup in doubt

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger stood a good chance of missing the rest of the season anyway through suspension, but Los Blancos would have been without him anyway due to injury.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 29

Real Madrid receive offers for €20m-rated player linked to Manchester United

Real Madrid are likely in for a summer shake-up with it looking like a season that will only include the European Supercup and the Intercontinental Cup, pending the conclusion of La Liga and excepting the Club World Cup.

Carlo Ancelotti News / Football Espana / April 28

Carlo Ancelotti to receive sizeable compensation upon Real Madrid exit

It is now taken for granted that Carlo Ancelotti will leave his position as Real Madrid manager at the end of the season. Last weekend’s Copa del Rey final to Barcelona has increased the pressure further on the Italian, who looks set to walk straight into another job when the La Liga campaign ends next month.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 28

Real Madrid hoping to reach Trent Alexander-Arnold agreement with Liverpool

It has been taken for granted that Trent Alexander-Arnold will join Real Madrid, who are already preparing for his arrival. Liverpool are desperately trying

Real Madrid News / TennisUpToDate.com / April 28

Daily Dose of Social Media: Marta Kostyuk's fluky new ace style as Alexander Zverev joins phone line-call trend

In our Daily Dose of Social Media, we look at some of the best entertainment from the past day that you may have missed with the Madrid Open reaching the second week.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / April 27

Source: Ancelotti, Pérez to hold Madrid exit talks

Carlo Ancelotti will meet with Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez in the coming days to discuss the coach's departure from the club, a source has told ESPN.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 27

Real Madrid fear key player will not play again this season

Losing the Copa del Rey final to Barcelona means that Real Madrid only have La Liga left to fight for this season, but their chances of making up the four-point deficit to their bitter rivals could be made more difficult as a result of what happened during the fiery final at La Cartuja.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 27

'I feel that I failed' – Real Madrid superstar gutted after Copa del Rey final defeat

Defeat in Saturday’s Copa del Rey final means that Real Madrid look unlikely to end the season with a major honour. There was plenty of frustration in their camp after the full time whistle at La Cartuja, but now that the dust has started to settle, self-reflection has become the focus for some.

Antonio Rudiger News / Football Espana / April 27

Referee report confirms suspension fears for Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger

It was a frustrating Copa del Rey final defeat for Real Madrid on Saturday, as they went down 3-2 to Barcelona at La Cartuja. And that feeling turned to anger in the final stages of the showpiece event, during which three players were shown red cards by referee Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea.

Cristiano Ronaldo News / ESPN / April 27

Mbappé outscores Ronaldo in Madrid debut season

Kylian Mbappé has outscored Cristiano Ronaldo in his debut season at Real Madrid, after netting in the 3-2 Copa del Rey final defeat to Barcelona.

Antonio Rudiger News / Football Espana / April 27

Antonio Rudiger apologises for Copa del Rey meltdown as mega suspension emerges

The fallout from Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey final defeat to Barcelona has continued with Antonio Rudiger the central figure. On a night of huge drama in Sevilla, Rudiger grabbed the headlines at full time, despite not being on the field of play as Barcelona clinched the trophy.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Barcelona vs. Real Madrid: Why the 2025 Copa del Rey Final Could Break the Internet

This Saturday, April 26, 2025, the Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville will pulse with raw energy as Barcelona and Real Madrid clash in the Copa del Rey final.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 25

Liverpool hold positive talks with agent of Real Madrid target, confident of getting deal done

Liverpool are hoping to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth at the end of the season, and they will face competition from Chelsea and Real Madrid. The 20-year-old central defender is valued at £50 million because of a release clause in his contract, and Liverpool have held talks with his representatives regarding a summer move.

Real Madrid News / The Cult of Calcio / April 20

Como Determined to Keep Hold of Inter Target Despite Real Madrid Buyback Clause

Serie A minnows Como are hellbent on keeping hold of star playmaker Nico Paz for another season despite several roadblocks. Per Fabrizio Romano, Cesc Fabregas holds the young gun in the highest esteem and wants to build his side around him next term.

Kylian Mbappe News / Caught Offside / April 18

Real Madrid line up ambitious transfer following Kylian Mbappe’s anonymous performance vs Arsenal

Real Madrid are reportedly lining up an ambitious transfer up front after the poor performances of Kylian Mbappe in both Champions League defeats against Arsenal.

Carlo Ancelotti News / Yardbarker / April 17

What's next for Carlo Ancelotti after Champions League defeat?

Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Arsenal on Wednesday to end its 2024-25 Champions League run. The loss opens up plenty of questions for Madrid, but the biggest one surrounds Carlo Ancelotti.

Pitch-perfect Arsenal eliminates Real Madrid from Champions League

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / April 16

Pitch-perfect Arsenal eliminates Real Madrid from Champions League

The result, coupled with its impressive 3-0 victory in Game 1, eliminated Madrid and pushed Arsenal into the semifinals of the tournament for the first time since 2009.

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