Arsenal FC sent fresh Rodrygo transfer message as Xabi Alonso issues fresh update on Real Madrid star

Speculation over Rodygo's future intensified at the end of last season following his omission from the starting line up of the title deciding El Clasico, and reports suggesting he had grown disillusioned with life at the Bernabeu.

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Evening Standard

3 days ago

• Evening Standard

Arsenal FC sent fresh Rodrygo transfer message as Xabi Alonso issues fresh update on Real Madrid star

Speculation over Rodygo's future intensified at the end of last season following his omission from the starting line up of the title deciding El Clasico, and reports suggesting he had grown disillusioned with life at the Bernabeu.

Scottish Sun

11-06-2025

• Scottish Sun

‘Just traumatised him on live TV' – Lionel Messi in very tense conversation with James Rodriguez during Argentina clash

Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIONEL MESSI and James Rodriguez engaged in a heated war of words during Argentina's battle with Colombia last night. The Argentine superstar, 37, returned to international action despite his country having already comfortably qualified for next year's World Cup. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Lionel Messi exchanged words with James Rodriguez Credit: X 5 The veterans covered their mouths as they debated Credit: Alamy Lionel Scaloni's reigning world champions fell behind in the first half, courtesy of Luis Diaz's brilliant solo goal. The match became heated in the second period, with a series of flashpoints occurring in the final 20 minutes. Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez was sent off on 70 minutes for a high challenge on Kevin Castano. The horror kick left Castano bleeding from his head. In the aftermath of the incident, Messi engaged in a war of words with long-time rival James Rodriguez. Having battled for several years while playing for their countries, they were also on opposite sides of the El Clasico Real Madrid-Barcelona divide. The pair tried to cover their mouths during the conversation, although Argentine outlet TyC Sports claim to have made out some of their words. They claim that Rodriguez, 33, responded to Messi's initial comment by asking: "But why?" BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 5 Enzo Fernandez kicked Kevin Castano in the head 5 Castano was left with a brutal cut on his forehead The outlet then alleges that Messi said: "Yes, yes. You said we were helped in the final. "You talk a lot..." 'Do you want me to send you off' - Lionel Messi reaches boiling point with referee as Inter Miami woes worsen Messi is believed to have been referring to Argentina's 1-0 victory over Colombia in last year's Copa America final. Back in March, Rodriguez reflected on the match: "Due to external factors, I think we couldn't have been champions. "The referee had a big influence and didn't award us one or two penalties." The former Everton and Real Madrid star, who now plays for Club Leon in Mexico, refused to be drawn on his exchange with Messi after last night's match. Asked about the subject, the attacking midfielder said: "What happens on the pitch stays on the pitch." Reflecting on the incident, one fan joked on social media: "Forget the Enzo red card. Messi just traumatized James Rodriguez on live television with his words." While a second wrote: "Yeah… he said some harsh words to James and it pains me cause James seems like a genuinely nice guy." Shortly after his exchange with Rodriguez, Messi was surprisingly substituted, despite 10-man Argentina needing a goal. The move proved to be an inspired one, as his replacement Exequiel Palacios set up Thiago Almada's equaliser just a few minutes later. After the 1-1 draw, boss Scaloni revealed: "Leo wasn't going to come off, but he ended up coming off near the end. "He told me it was better for him to come off, and so we decided to change him. "The good thing we always showed, with 10 men and without Messi, is that we kept looking, not giving up on a ball. That makes us very satisfied." Just prior to going off, Messi had been involved in an altercation with Daniel Munoz. The former Barcelona star appeared to throw an elbow at the Crystal Palace man.

Daily Mirror

22-05-2025

• Daily Mirror

Spurs skipper Son gets what was missing as Tottenham see final error put right

Around 80,000 Manchester United and Spurs fans headed to Bilbao and police say there were just seven arrests as Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham won the Europa League and booked their place in next season's Champions League Tottenham's ecstatic players were spotted leaving their hotel on Thursday morning - their delight clear for all to see after securing Europa League glory in Bilbao. Captain Son Heung-min was smiling from ear to ear as he hopped onto the team coach before being whisked to the airport. And the Spurs skipper, who hoped finally bringing silverware to North London would make him a "legend" in the eyes of fans, finally had a medal around his neck after UEFA's final faux pas. ‌ Manager Ange Postecoglou was cheered by fans singing 'we're not Spursy anymore' as he left the hotel, with his long-term future at the club still in question. ‌ The team ended a 17-year trophy drought after beating Manchester United 1-0 in a scrappy game on Wednesday night. Winger Brennan Johnson scored the only goal of the game scrambled the ball home in the 42nd minute for the North London club. The win also secured Spurs a place in the Champions League next season - despite their dismal Premier League campaign which currently sees them sitting 17th in the table with just one game to go. A seat back at Europe's top table could be worth up to £100million in extra revenue. An estimated 80,000 supporters from both clubs had travelled to northern Spain, where the country's biggest match is Real Madrid v Barcelona, known worldwide as "El Clasico". But with United sitting 16th in the Premier League and Spurs one place below, cruel critics had dubbed this match "El-Crapico" due to both team's dire form. A final that was largely devoid of quality did little to make light of that narrative. Not that it mattered to Postecoglou, who kept up his record of winning a trophy in his second season. Postecoglou made headlines at the start of the season when he declared that he 'always wins things' in year two of a job – a feat achieved at South Melbourne, Brisbane Roar, Yokohama, Celtic and Australia 's under-17, under-20 and senior sides. The bold remark came after a slow start to the Premier League campaign and has been regularly referenced since. ‌ Despite the huge numbers of English fans, police said they were mostly well behaved as just seven arrests were made. A spokesman for the Basque regional force, the Ertzaintza, said five of the detainees had already been released - but would be summoned to appear before a judge at a later date - and two remained in custody. They are expected to be allowed to leave later today. ‌ Just a handful of incidents marred what was otherwise a good-natured, but very boozy celebration, in Bilbao. Small kirmishes broke between Tottenham and United fans with one Brit filmed being pinned to the ground by police with batons and guns before being marched away in handcuffs. ‌ An Ertzaintza spokesman said they did not have to deal with any major incidents: 'We have made seven arrests linked to incidents arising from the Europa League final. All are foreigners but I can't confirm if they are all British. 'The arrests were for fighting, criminal damage, disobedience and assaulting a police officer.' At least three British nationals who had travelled to Bilbao for the game are said to have had expensive designer watches stolen from them. One was worth £42,000, another £33,000 and the third £21,000 according to local reports. The crimes have been linked to the 'state of drunkenness' the Brits were in. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.