Lyon’s astonishing Champions League qualification is the subject of a betting probe in France. The French side went into the final round of Group D games needing to overturn a three-point deficit and a seven-goal swing in order to pip Ajax to second place. And Remi Garde’s side achieved it comfortably, winning 7-1 against Dinamo…

Simple, slick, class: these are the terms describing the 2011-2012 Real Madrid Away Jersey. This season’s away jersey is the successor in a line of subtly magnificent shirts, with a nod to the previous year’s exceptionally suave navy/green jersey. Simplicity comes in the form of an uncluttered, minimal amount of used elements design, with black…

chelseafc.comReal Madrid may be about to offload Brazilian superstar Kaka – with Chelsea said to be waiting in the wings. The Spanish giants could be tempted to sell for around £30 million, even though the former European and World Footballer of the Year’s form has improved greatly this season. Kaka’s mother seemed to suggest he…

Jose Mourinho has reportedly given Real Madrid President Florentino Perez his word that he will not leave the club this summer. The Portuguese boss has been linked with a number of clubs in recent months, notably oil-rich Anzhi and PSG, but it is understood that Mourinho will remain in Spain until the Manchester United job…

spfc.comManchester United and Liverpool are both in the hunt for Brazil’s latest wonderkid Lucas Rodrigues. England’s two most successful clubs face stiff competition from abroad however, with Real Madrid and AC Milan also strongly interested in the Sao Paulo midfielder. The Brazilian made his debut for the national team against Scotland where he was outstanding…

realmadrid.comArsenal wonderkid Jack Wilshere has emerged as one of five stars Real Madrid intend to cherry pick from Europe. The England ace heads a five-man list drawn up by the La Liga giants as they intend to put a stop to Barcelona’s dominance on a national and European stage. Wilshere, who is currently sidelined with…

Man City - mcfc.co.ukManchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong is being monitored by Real Madrid, after talks about a new contract at City hit the ropes. The tough-tackling anchorman’s current deal runs out at the end of next season and the two parties are yet to reach a suitable agreement. De Jong wants parity with…

Man United - manutd.comManchester United skipper Nemanja Vidic has emerged as Real Madrid’s number one transfer target as they look to assemble a team capable of winning the Champions League. And astonishingly, United boss Sir Alex Ferguson may be prepared to rip the heart from his defence next summer and sanction the sale. It is…

uefa.comBelgian superstar Eden Hazard is set to turn his back on a number of Premier League clubs in order to pursue his dream of joining Real Madrid. The Lille winger has already admitted he will leave France in the summer and although Chelsea and Arsenal have been strongly linked with moves, it is understood he…

Santos - santosfc.comChelsea and Real Madrid target Neymar has signed a new deal with Brazilian side Santos. The £25 million rated 19-year-old has ruled out a move to Europe until after the 2014 World Cup, where he is expected to play a major role. He said, ‘I am delighted. It is one more decision that…

Barcelona - fcbarcelona.comLionel Messi rescued a point for Barcelona with a stoppage-time leveller in the 2-2 draw with Athletic Bilbao on Sunday evening. Messi’s late strike spared the blushes of Gerard Pique who had fired through his own net after 80 minutes, but Barcelona remain three points behind league leaders Real Madrid. Cristiano Ronaldo struck…

Arsenal - arsenal.comArsene Wenger is reportedly lining up a move for Real Madrid midfielder Esteban Granero after Abou Diaby suffered another setback in his fitness battle. With Jack Wilshere also expected to miss a large chunk of the season, Wenger is understood to be concerned about his depth in midfield and has reportedly deployed a…