Florentino drops bomb on Barcelona
Florentino Pérez has accused Barcelona of stealing seven La Liga titles through the Negreira case. Speaking publicly, Pérez went directly at the heart of Barça's recent dominance, referencing the payments made to former refereeing official Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira. Barcelona midfielder Fermín López fired back immediately: "You can't say that." (2) This escalates the rivalry to a level we haven't seen in years.
Mourinho: 99% Benfica, but Madrid door open
José Mourinho addressed the Real Madrid links directly. "There's a 99% chance I stay at Benfica, because I have a contract and my agent says the renewal offer is excellent," he said. Then the punchline: "I still haven't heard anything from Real Madrid, but nobody is stupid, and there are conversations." (1) (7) (8) Mou says he'll decide his future next week. Florentino Pérez has made Mourinho his top target to replace Arbeloa.
Sevilla away: the penultimate test
Real Madrid face Sevilla in La Liga with nothing but pride on the line. Madrid are confirmed to finish second, with Barcelona having already clinched the title after beating Madrid in the Clásico. (9) (10) The match serves as one of two final chances for players to make their case ahead of what looks like a busy summer.
Arbeloa says his goodbyes
Álvaro Arbeloa is preparing to leave after a trophyless season with Mourinho expected to replace him. Reflecting on his time at the club, Arbeloa put it simply: "I've spent 20 years here." (5) A legend who knows the end is near.
Xabi Alonso heading to the Premier League
Xabi Alonso is reportedly set for a Premier League managerial return, four months after leaving Real Madrid. (4) Reports at the time suggested he regretted his decision to depart.
Fan-reaktioner
The mood among Madridistas is one of transition. With the Carvajal exit confirmed and Mourinho's return looking likely, fans are already deep into squad planning mode. Discussion is shifting toward who stays, who goes, and how Mou will reshape the team with the club's backing. See what fans are saying