Real Madrid have been linked with a number of midfielders during the summer transfer window, but none have seen Los Blancos make a move. There is a certain current of thought that if they had their

Arsenal have suffered a setback in their pursuit of Rodrygo, after Xabi Alonso indicated the Brazillian winger will stay at Real Madrid. The Gunners have been heavily linked with a big-money move for the 23-year-old as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his wide options in a bid to end the club’s long wait for the Premier League title.

Real Madrid have made an emphatic statement this summer – not just through marquee signings but by investing boldly in youth. The standout move so far is the signing of Franco Mastantuono from River Plate. As reported by The Athletic, “According to a River statement, the 17-year-old has become the most expensive sale in Argentine football history.”