#real-madrid

#real-madrid

Bayern Munich are reportedly keeping tabs on Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck. According to Sky Germany, the Bavarians have "strong" interest in the centre-back, whom they were already tracking in 2022 when he moved from Freiburg to Dortmund. Sky journalist Florian Plettenberg claims that if an opportunity arises to sign Schlotterbeck in 2026, "Bayern will be there."

Florian Wirtz's move to Liverpool was billed as a major statement of intent, a top young talent recruited to add creativity to the team. Yet, less than ideal early returns in the Premier League have opened a window for speculation, and reports out of Spain suggest Xabi Alonso is quietly monitoring Wirtz's situation, according to Defensa Central. Wirtz arrived at Anfield with a reputation forged at Bayer Leverkusen, a technically gifted playmaker who thrived under Xabi Alonso's coaching at the Werkself, helping deliver domestic silverware and a deep European run.

Real Madrid have quietly added Moises Caicedo to the list of midfielders they are monitoring as they plan for the rebuild of their midfield, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside. The club sees the Ecuadorian as a powerful, ball-winning midfielder who could fit perfectly into a new setup alongside Jude Bellingham. His energy and ability to break up play make him a strong candidate but any move depends heavily on Madrid's current squad situation.

Xabi Alonso's Real side eventually broke the deadlock just after the break when Vinicius picked up the ball near the left byline, drove into the box and squeezed a shot in from a tight angle that deflected off Villarreal midfielder Santi Comesana. The Brazilian forward doubled his tally from the penalty spot in the 69th minute, having been brought down by Rafa Marin, with his effort just squeezing under goalkeeper Arnau Tenas.

Luis Figo will make a surprise - and potentially provocative - return to Barcelona tonight after being named UEFA ambassador for their Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain. Figo remains a figure of hate among the Barca fanbase for his decision to swap Camp Nou for Real Madrid in 2000 - a seismic transfer that rocked the world of football, even leading to a Netflix documentary.