MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 13: Julián Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD2 match between Atletico de Madrid and Manchester United at Estadio Metropolitano on October 13, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
Barcelona have been fined €602 for their pursuit of Julian Alvarez in the summer transfer window. Atletico accused the Catalans of making an approach for the forward without first notifying the club in writing.
Lamine Yamal is already looking ahead to the Ballon d’Or: “It will come, good things take time | Marca
Lamine Yamal has reacted to missing out on the Ballon d’Or in a post on Instagram. The forward is confident he will pick up the prize in the future but says “good things take time.”
Cubarsi will receive the Golden Boy award on December 14th | Mundo Deportivo
Pau Cubarsi will receive the Golden Boy award at a ceremony on December 14th. The winner has not yet been announced but it’s an ‘open secret’ that the defender has claimed top spot.
Spain coach: Lamine Yamal will win many Ballon d’Or awards in his career | ESPN
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente is backing Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d’Or many times in his career after seeing the Barcelona forward miss out on Monday night to Harry Kane.
Alejandro Balde still isn’t sure about his future at Barça | Marca
Alejandro Balde still has doubts about his future at Barcelona due to his lack of game time this season. However, an injury to Xavi Espart could see him given a chance to get his career back in track at Camp Nou.
Flick is preparing a new defense against Alavés | Mundo Deportivo
Hansi Flick has used 10 different combinations in defence this season but will have to find a new one against Alaves due to injuries to Eric Garcia, Andreas Christensen and Xavi Espart. Jules Kounde could make his return.