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.

Hazard clouds Chelsea future amid Real Madrid rumours

Eden Hazard casted fresh doubt over his Chelsea future as the Belgium star appeared to confirm his interest in a move to Real Madrid.

How the Cristiano Ronaldo-Juventus deal came together

It began with a deal for a fullback and ended with Juventus signing Real Madrid’s greatest ever goal-scorer – here is how the stunning transfer happened.

Modric disappointed by Ronaldo’s Madrid departure

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has thanked Cristiano Ronaldo for his extraordinary contribution to the club as he rued the star forward’s sale to Juventus.