Simeone Excited About Alvarez, But Plays Down Title Hopes for Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is excited about new signing Julian Alvarez, but is cautious about title expectations despite significant summer spending. He expects Alvarez to quickly adapt and contribute to the team, while acknowledging Real Madrid’s dominance. Simeone emphasizes the need to focus on improving game by game, while acknowledging the strength of both Real Madrid and Barcelona.

PSG Begin Life Without Mbappe, Luis Enrique Still Faces Questions About Departed Star

Paris Saint-Germain kick off their Ligue 1 season without Kylian Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid in the summer. PSG manager Luis Enrique was still fielding questions about the departed star at his press conference, emphasizing that he wishes Mbappe well but hopes Real Madrid loses to PSG. Enrique also stressed the importance of collective scoring rather than relying on one player to score a large amount of goals.

Mbappé’s Real Madrid Debut Looms in Super Cup Clash

Kylian Mbappé could make his highly anticipated debut for Real Madrid in the Super Cup clash against Atalanta on Wednesday. While coach Carlo Ancelotti didn’t confirm a starting role for the French forward, he hinted at his potential involvement and highlighted the player’s quick adaptation to the team. The match also marks a chance for Real Madrid to secure their sixth Super Cup title and potentially kickstart a season with seven titles up for grabs.

Vinicius Jr Open to Billion Euro Saudi Offer, Real Madrid Unmoved

Brazilian star Vinicius Jr is considering a massive offer from Saudi Arabia, potentially worth over a billion euros. While he is open to exploring the proposal, Real Madrid, his current club, has shown no interest in negotiating a transfer, citing his high buy-out clause. The move comes as Saudi Arabia continues to invest heavily in attracting top players to its domestic league.

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