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    Guardiola Says Rodri Can Leave if He Wants but City Want Him to Stay

    Rodri
    April 2026

    Pep Guardiola said Manchester City want Rodri to stay, but made clear he would not block the midfielder if he decided he wanted to leave. Guardiola also acknowledged that Real Madrid’s appeal is obvious for any player, while stressing City’s preference is for Rodri to remain. Guardiola framed the issue as a matter of player happiness and club value, saying Rodri would only leave if the right offer arrived and if that was what he wanted. The comments came after Rodri openly admitted during the international break that he would be interested in returning to Spain and that Real Madrid are one of the clubs you cannot dismiss

    Neymar Faces Backlash After Sexist Remark About Referee

    Neymar
    April 2026

    Neymar has come under heavy criticism after making a sexist remark about a referee following Santos’ win over Remo. The comment was widely condemned online and in media coverage as misogynistic. Multiple reports say Neymar joked that the referee “must be on her period” after being booked, which triggered the backlash. I found reporting that he is being criticised and that a comparable case recently led to a 12-match ban for another player, but I did not find a reliable confirmation that Neymar himself has been given or will definitely face a 12-match ban.

    Ronaldo Marks 100th Roshn League Appearance With Brace on Return

    Cristiano Ronaldo
    April 2026

    Cristiano Ronaldo returned from a 34-day absence in style, scoring twice in Al-Nassr’s 5-2 win over Al-Najma on the night of his 100th league appearance in Saudi Arabia. He later said it felt good to be back and stressed that the team would keep moving forward together. Ronaldo was also named Man of the Match after helping drive a comfortable win on his comeback night. ESPN’s match report shows he scored twice as Al-Nassr hit five, while his post-match message on X underlined both his personal satisfaction and his focus on the team’s next step.

    Raphinha Injury Hits Barcelona Before Key Atletico and European Tests

    Raphinha
    April 2026

    Barcelona have been hit by another injury problem after Raphinha suffered a fresh hamstring setback on Brazil duty, leaving Hansi Flick concerned before crucial matches. The winger is expected to miss major games, with the repeated nature of the injury adding to the damage for both player and club. Flick said Raphinha was emotionally affected by the latest setback, so Barcelona allowed him to stay briefly in Brazil with family support before returning to continue rehabilitation. The club hope the break helps him recover mentally as well as physically after another frustrating muscle problem.

    Arteta Rejects Club-Over-Country Claims After Arsenal Withdrawals

    Mikel Arteta
    April 2026

    Mikel Arteta rejected claims that Arsenal players put club commitments ahead of international duty after a wave of withdrawals. He said the club acted honestly with national federations and insisted the absences were genuine medical decisions rather than tactical attempts to protect players for the run-in. Arteta said Arsenal maintain transparent communication with national-team coaches, including Thomas Tuchel, and stressed that fit players should represent their countries. He added that Arsenal are proud to supply so many internationals, but said discomfort and medical evidence made the recent withdrawals unavoidable.

    Simeone Says Atletico Will Face Barcelona With Same Belief and Drive

    Diego Simeone
    April 2026

    Diego Simeone said Atletico will approach Barcelona with the same energy and belief shown throughout the season, while confirming Jan Oblak is recovering well. He also said the racist chanting issue around Spain’s friendly with Egypt reflects a broader social problem, not one limited to any single country. Simeone said Barcelona’s style under Hansi Flick is established and unlikely to change, so Atletico must compete with conviction rather than expect tactical surprises. On the abuse issue, he argued that respect has eroded across society and said improvement will require collective responsibility, awareness and action.

    Rodri Keeps Real Madrid Door Open as Manchester City Wait on Contract Decision

    Rodri
    April 2026

    Rodri has openly admitted that a future move to Real Madrid would appeal to him, keeping uncertainty alive around his Manchester City future. He said he would like to return to Spain and made clear that the world’s top clubs cannot simply be dismissed. Rodri, who has one year left on his current deal, said there will soon be a point when he and City must sit down to talk. The report also noted that his Atletico Madrid past would not block a move to Real.

    Fermin Lopez’s Market Value Reportedly Hits €100 Million After Breakout Season

    Fermin Lopez
    April 2026

    A Marca report said Fermin Lopez’s market value has surged to €100 million after a season in which he has produced 12 goals and 16 assists in 39 appearances. The rise reflects how sharply his importance and output have grown this campaign. The report traced a steady climb in his valuation from €50 million last June to €60 million in October, €70 million in December and now €100 million in March. That places him among the most valuable players in La Liga, according to the report.

    Mbappe Says Messi’s Training Finishing Was Almost Impossible to Match

    Lionel Messi
    April 2026

    Kylian Mbappe said Lionel Messi’s finishing in PSG training was so precise that it shocked even elite forwards like himself and Neymar. He recalled a session where Messi scored nine times out of ten with the exact same type of finish, leaving both of them stunned. Mbappe explained that he and Neymar were usually among the strongest finishers in training, but Messi’s execution was on another level. He described the goals as simple passes into the net, repeated with metronomic accuracy rather than force, which made the display feel even more absurd.

    Alexander Isak Returns to Liverpool Team Training After Four-Month Layoff

    Alexander Isak
    April 2026

    Alexander Isak is set to rejoin Liverpool team training after more than three months out with an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture. His return gives Arne Slot a major attacking boost for the run-in and also strengthens Sweden’s World Cup outlook. Liverpool confirmed Isak will take the next step in recovery on Thursday after surgery and a long rehabilitation period following the injury he suffered at Tottenham in December. Slot said the striker is in a good place mentally and physically, though he may not start immediately.

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