Real Madrid set for Ballon d'Or return as Tebas faces possible probe
Jose Mourinho said Sunday's Clasico is not a litmus test, insisting 'Real Madrid wins titles with Mourinho' despite mixed displays and pressure in his second spell.
Sources close to Trent Alexander-Arnold dismiss claims he is unhappy at Real Madrid or considering a January exit, saying he intends to fight for his place.
Javier Tebas faces a possible TAD investigation after comparing Real Madrid's media tactics to Nazi propaganda. Sanctions could range from a warning and fine to disqualification.
Before El Clasico, Real Madrid are without Rodrygo, Raul Asencio and Ferland Mendy, while Barcelona have Dani Olmo, Roony Bardghji, Andreas Christensen and Eric Garcia ruled out, with Jules Kounde a doubt.
Real Madrid are set to end their two-year Ballon d'Or boycott, with club representatives and players due in London. Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior are among the nominees.
Rumours claim Erling Haaland would consider Real Madrid if given a release clause, while Barcelona and Premier League clubs are tracking Nico Paz and Madrid are weighing Trent Alexander-Arnold's future.
Endrick's agents have softened their stance on January, with the striker wanting minutes. A loan remains possible if Real Madrid cannot offer regular football.
Aurelien Tchouameni denied any fight with Federico Valverde, admitting only that 'something ugly happened'. He said the pair are fine now and the incident even brought them closer.
Ahead of Barcelona, the key calls are clear: Arda Guler must start for control, Dean Huijsen for form and composure, and Yan Diomande for pace on the counter.
Enzo Alves, son of Marcelo, has scored over 150 goals in Real Madrid's academy. The 17-year-old recently netted in a 5-2 UEFA Youth League win over RB Leipzig.
Fermin Lopez said Real Madrid's refereeing complaints are 'getting a bit tiresome' before El Clasico, while naming Thibaut Courtois and Kylian Mbappe as Barcelona's main threats.
Ahead of Barcelona, Jose Mourinho's main selection doubt is at centre-back, with Dean Huijsen, Ibrahima Konate and Antonio Rudiger competing for two spots. Eder Militao is not yet ready to start.
