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Real Madrid are beginning internal discussions about how they would respond if Saudi clubs revive their interest in Vinícius Jr, a scenario that remains hypothetical but has prompted the club to review possible replacements. According to the Spanish outlet FichajesNet, one name repeatedly highlighted in those conversations is Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, whose contract includes a €90 million release clause.

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December 4, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Ex England player arrested on suspicion of attempted rape

A former England footballer was arrested at a London area airport in connection with an allegation of attempted rape, an inquiry that has drawn national attention due to the individual’s past prominence in sport and the legal anonymity rules that prevent authorities from naming him. Police say the case is still in its early stages, with further investigative steps planned in the coming months.

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December 4, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Barcelona consider significant sale to pursue Julián Álvarez

Barcelona are evaluating whether a major outgoing transfer or the sale of club assets will be necessary to finance a move for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez, according to reporting from MARCA. The situation reflects Barcelona’s ongoing financial restrictions and the challenges of competing for top players under La Liga’s strict economic rules.

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December 4, 2025 Oliver Obel

Donald Trump set to pardon boxing legend

A new bid to restore Joe Louis’ legacy has reached the White House, where advocates want President Donald Trump to forgive the crushing tax debts that haunted the former heavyweight champion long after he left the ring.

Football Sports

December 3, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Fifa adjusts Afcon 2025 player release rules amid crowded global football schedules

FIFA has confirmed that players selected for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations may stay with their clubs until December 15. The decision shortens national team preparation but aims to reduce pressure on clubs during one of the busiest months in world football.

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December 3, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Athletes permitted to compete individually and under a neutral banner

A recent decision from the Court of Arbitration for Sport has reopened a narrow path for Russian and Belarusian athletes to return to international winter competitions under neutral status. The ruling affects access to qualification events for the 2026 Winter Olympics and illustrates the ongoing tension between global sports governance and the political fallout from the war in Ukraine.

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December 3, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Judo brings Russian athletes in from the cold despite ongoing war

International judo authorities have reinstated Russia’s right to compete under its national flag, a rare departure from the restrictions many sports federations adopted after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The decision, praised in Moscow and rejected in Kyiv, highlights how global sport continues to grapple with the political weight of the conflict.

Football Sports

December 3, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

The staggering milestone reshaping how football views Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland has become one of the fastest players in modern football history to reach more than 400 combined goals and assists, achieving the feat at just 25 years old. His rapid rise, unusual even among elite athletes, is prompting discussions well beyond the sports world about performance, longevity, and the evolution of talent.

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December 3, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Dani Olmo’s nightmare injury strikes moments after scoring against Atlético

FC Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo dislocated his shoulder shortly after scoring against Atlético Madrid, derailing what should have been a breakthrough night and extending a run of injuries that has disrupted his career.

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December 3, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Arsenal make surprise move for rising French star valued at €70 million

Arsenal are exploring the possibility of signing one of Europe’s most talked-about young forwards, but the situation remains delicate as the player’s club weighs whether to cash in or hold firm.