Real Madrid make flying start under Mourinho
Arbeloa is praised for steadying Real Madrid in a difficult spell, promoting Castilla players and now helping their development further by taking prospects to Fulham.
A judge has rejected Real Madrid’s request to extend the Negreira investigation by six months, though November witness hearings remain and the wider legal process is still ongoing.
Raul Asencio is due in court next Thursday over a privacy charge linked to showing an explicit video. Prosecutors seek 2.5 years, but charges could be dropped if victims accept an apology.
Antonio Rudiger has reportedly decided to retire from Germany duty after 88 caps, to focus on Real Madrid, manage his fitness and prolong his career after last season’s injuries.
Vinícius Jr reached 100 career assists after setting up Arda Güler in Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Malaga, a personal milestone in Mourinho’s flawless start.
Bellingham is portrayed as fulfilling the complete midfielder promise once attached to Pogba, with his mentality and displays lifting him towards world-class status at Real Madrid.
Florentino Perez is reportedly delighted with Mourinho’s early impact after three league wins, crediting him with convincing Real Madrid’s stars to play as a team.
Bellingham said Mourinho’s freedom to roam has driven his fast start after scoring in Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Malaga, making it three wins from three in La Liga.
Mourinho sent Messi a respectful message after the Argentina forward announced his international retirement, writing: ‘The next Copa America and the next World Cup will not be the same.’
Real Madrid held talks for Genk goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans, but Liverpool are set to win the race. The 6ft 7in teenager is expected to join for £30m and return on loan.
Real Madrid are reportedly open to offers for Eduardo Camavinga or Raul Asencio on deadline day, despite Mourinho praising Camavinga after the 4-0 win over Malaga.
Jeremy de Leon bid an emotional farewell after leaving Real Madrid for Sant Andreu, ending an injury-hit spell at Castilla with ‘Hala Madrid, today and always’.
Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old midfielder Sergio Martínez from Racing Santander, paying his release clause. He is expected to join Castilla first.
Karim Benzema has agreed to terminate his Al Hilal contract after eight months. The Real Madrid legend could stay in Saudi with another club or retire at 38.
Castilla right-back David Jimenez is set to join Real Oviedo on a free transfer, with Real Madrid keeping a 50% sell-on clause after his four first-team outings.
Trent Alexander-Arnold strengthened his case for regular starts with an attacking display in Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Malaga, recording 117 actions, 87 completed passes and six recoveries.
Valencia have made a late enquiry to sign Real Madrid centre-back Joan Martinez on loan. The 19-year-old also has the option of staying, despite limited first-team openings.
Real Madrid could land a deadline-day windfall if Benfica sign ex-academy player Sergio Arribas from Almeria. Los Blancos hold 50% of his rights after his 25-goal La Liga 2 season.
Real Madrid’s attack is no longer built around Vinícius Jr, with Bellingham, Mbappe and Güler shining, a shift framed as positive for the team under Mourinho.
Sami Khedira is praised as a key part of Mourinho’s staff, linking players and coaches while leading set-piece work that has made Real Madrid more dangerous.
Real Madrid are set to receive €4m from Fulham for Manuel Angel, while keeping 50% of his rights and first refusal. The Castilla captain has already completed his medical in London.
