Real Madrid will replace Ronaldo – Odriozola

Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure leaves a big hole in the Real Madrid team and new signing Alvaro Odriozola expects to see a replacement soon.

Man Utd edge Madrid after Liverpool rout

Alexis Sanchez continued his fine pre-season form in Manchester United’s 2-1 win in the International Champions Cup, though Vinicius Jr showed there is life after Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid.

Bale can be Ronaldo’s replacement – Lopetegui

Julen Lopetegui is planning to build Real Madrid around Gareth Bale following Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Juventus.

Bale’s Spurs return ‘not realistic’ – Pochettino

Gareth Bale making a shock return to Tottenham is ‘not realistic’, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Ronaldo’s exit as important as Barca losing Iniesta – Valverde

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde thinks Real Madrid’s loss of Cristiano Ronaldo is ‘as important’ as Andres Iniesta leaving the Catalans.

No more galacticos? Perez hints at youthful Madrid recruitment

Florentino Perez has hinted the days of Real Madrid signing galacticos is over and their focus is now on bringing in the world’s best youngsters.

Hazard is Chelsea’s best player and we need him – Fabregas

Eden Hazard’s performances at the World Cup have reportedly reignited interest from Real Madrid, but Cesc Fabregas hopes he stays put at Chelsea.

Ronaldo like Nadal, Messi like Federer – Cassano

Antonio Cassano used tennis icons Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer to compare Juventus recruit Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona’s Lionel Messi.

Familiarity with demands of Real Madrid an advantage – Lopetegui

New Real Madrid coach Julen Lopetegui thinks his familiarity with the demands and expectations of the club following his previous spells there will serve as an advantage to his chances of success.

Courtois open to Chelsea stay amid Madrid links

Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is open to remaining at Stamford Bridge despite being strongly linked with a move away from London.