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August 7, 2024
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The coaching team at La Liga powerhouse Real Madrid has been shrouded in anticipation, with football enthusiasts eagerly awaiting their decision on who will take over Toni Kroos’ set-piece responsibilities.
According to Guillermo Rai from The Athletic, Rodrygo has been selected to take over these duties.
The debate over who will take over set-piece duties has been a hot topic in Spain’s capital throughout the summer, adding an element of drama to the story.
This follows Toni Kroos’ decision to retire from these responsibilities, ending his nearly decade-long role as the club’s primary set-piece specialist.
As a result, Carlo Ancelotti and his team have undertaken a thorough process to make this important decision, ensuring the best candidate is chosen.
Luka Modrić, Arda Güler, Federico Valverde, and others in the Real Madrid squad are all considered capable candidates for free-kicks and corners.
However, a different player has been chosen as the top option.
According to Guillermo Rai of The Athletic, as reported by Blanco
‘Now that Toni Kroos has retired, Ancelotti’s staff have decided Rodrygo should replace him on dead balls.’
Over the past week, it became clear that Brazilian international Rodrygo has been frequently tasked with handling set pieces during training sessions, showcasing his potential in his new role and giving hope to the Real Madrid fans.
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A top midfielder from Real Sociedad has caught the attention of a prominent English football club.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has identified Martín Zubimendi as a player of interest to Liverpool.
Midfielder Martín Zubimendi has just completed another impressive season with Real Sociedad, where the 25-year-old excelled in his deep-lying role once again.
These performances earned Zubimendi a place in Spain’s Euro 2024 squad. The talented midfielder played in four matches for La Roja, contributing to their triumphant campaign in Germany.
His impressive performances have attracted considerable interest, with Barcelona, among others, frequently mentioned as a potential destination for Zubimendi.
As mentioned earlier, on Wednesday, the 10-time capped international was linked with a potential move to the Premier League.
According to Fabrizio Romano’s latest report:
‘Liverpool are exploring move for Martin Zubimendi as new midfielder, as there’s [a] €60m release clause in his contract.’
Negotiations between the parties are expected to follow soon, with Zubimendi potentially in line to secure his long-touted move to one of the continent’s leading clubs before the summer is out.
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On Wednesday, Barcelona, one of La Liga’s powerhouse clubs, was reportedly exploring a potential deal for another prominent winger.
This development comes as the Barcelona hierarchy persists in its search for a viable alternative to Nico Williams, their primary summer transfer target.
With the growing likelihood that Nico Williams will remain at Athletic Club for the upcoming season, Deco and his executive team have been compelled to explore alternative options for new signings.
On Tuesday, Juventus outcast Federico Chiesa was named as one such option.
On Tuesday, Juventus’ out-of-favor Federico Chiesa emerged as one of these potential alternatives.
The player being discussed? Kingsley Coman.
The French international Kingsley Coman is believed to be considered excess by Bayern Munich this summer, making him available for transfer.
With limited interest from potential buyers, there are even speculations that the 28-year-old might be loaned out instead.
According to a report from Diario Sport:
‘The player has been offered to a Barça that is looking to sign a left winger for the new project and he is a player that Hansi Flick knows and appreciates especially.’
Barcelona has partially abandoned their pursuit of Nico Williams. However, signing Coman could become a serious consideration if the Catalan club approaches the end of the transfer window without securing a new winger.
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Katarzyna Nowak is a seasoned writer with over five years of experience in editorial content, news reporting, and football sportsbook app reviews. As an author for Football News Today, she combines her deep understanding of the sports betting industry with a passion for football, delivering insightful and accurate content that keeps readers informed and engaged.
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