The fact that FIFA’s own secretary general is telling staff that “individuals and unfortunate episodes come and go” while branding Infantino’s unilateral FFE scheme a “sad and reproachable series of events” that has thankfully been permanently abandoned only underlines how isolated and damaged the president’s position has become after the fierce backlash.
Vincent Kompany on reports that Rodri has informed Barcelona he only wants Real Madrid.
🗣️ “If those reports are true, then Rodri has every right to decide where he wants to play. At this stage of your career, nobody should force a move you don’t believe in. But once you make your position public, you also have to accept the pressure and criticism that comes with it.”
“Barcelona are one of the biggest clubs in football, so turning them down is never a small decision. If Rodri has chosen Real Madrid, it means he’s convinced that’s where he believes he can achieve the most. These are career-defining choices.”
“What I don’t like is clubs wasting time chasing players whose minds are already made up. If a player has decided he only wants one destination, everyone should be honest, move on quickly and stop dragging negotiations out.”
“Real Madrid don’t sign players just because they’re talented they sign players who believe they belong there. If Rodri is that determined to wear the white shirt, then he’ll also have to accept the enormous expectations that come with it. At Madrid, one bad month and the criticism is relentless.”
“This isn’t about loyalty or disrespect. It’s about ambition. Every elite player has the right to choose the project they believe in most, but once that choice is made, there is no room for excuses.”
“If Rodri ends up at Real Madrid, he’ll be judged from the very first match. The transfer fee, the pressure and the expectations will all be enormous. That’s the reality of joining the biggest club in world football.”
🇳🇱 Matthijs de Ligt has had a new Head Coach at the start of every new season of his professional football career:
2016/17 — Peter Bosz (Ajax)
2017/18 — Marcel Keizer (Ajax)
2018/19 — Erik ten Hag (Ajax)
2019/20 — Maurizio Sarri (Juve)
2020/21 — Andrea Pirlo (Juve)
2021/22 — Max Allegri (Juve)
2022/23 — Julian Nagelsmann (Bayern)
2023/24 — Thomas Tuchel (Bayern)
2024/25 — Erik ten Hag (Man Utd)
2025/26 — Ruben Amorim (Man Utd)
2026/27 — Michael Carrick (Man Utd)
🚨🎙️ Bernardo Silva on why he chose Real Madrid over Barcelona 🔴
"When a club like Real Madrid comes calling, everything else has to wait. Even if you're already in advanced talks with another club, you tell your agent to pause the conversations because opportunities like this don't come twice. For me, it wasn't a difficult decision at all. Real Madrid is the biggest club in the world, and every player dreams of wearing this shirt one day."
"From the moment I heard about their interest, I knew this was where I wanted to be. Growing up, you always imagine yourself playing at the highest level, competing for the biggest trophies, and representing a club with such incredible history. Today, that dream has become a reality, and I couldn't be happier."
"I've had conversations with José Mourinho, and what he wants to build here is something that excites me. His ambition, mentality, and vision for this team are exactly what every top player wants to be part of. I believe we can achieve something special together."
"I'm here to give everything for this badge, fight for every trophy, and create unforgettable memories with the fans. Real Madrid is a club that demands excellence every single day, and that's the challenge I've always wanted. Now it's time to write my own chapter in this club's incredible history."
Central Cee turned into the shyest guy in the room the moment he was around Kim Kardashian. 😭😂 I’m starting to think he’s got a little crush on her because Kim’s eye contact is absolutely unreal. 🤣❤️
Good day, lovely ❤️✨
I hope your day is going beautifully so far. May today bring you peace, joy, unexpected blessings, and plenty of reasons to smile. Wishing you success in everything you do and a heart full of happiness.
Have a truly wonderful day 🌸☀️