The Guardian Europe
Football Transfer Rumours: The Annual Ritual of Staring into the Abyss Continues
Chelsea want £120m for an absent midfielder, Arsenal might pay £128m for a striker who's not training, and everyone pretends this is normal.
2026-08-28
The Guardian Europe
2026-08-27
The Guardian Europe
Atlético Madrid CEO Slams Door on Barcelona: Júlian Alvarez 'Never, Ever' Sold, Except Maybe to Arsenal
Atlético Madrid's CEO declares Júlian Alvarez will 'never, ever' be sold to Barcelona, while Barcelona wins a football match and everyone gets very dramatic about it.
2026-05-05
The Guardian Europe
Arsenal's Champions League Semi-Final: Mikel Arteta Urges Team to 'Make Next Step' as Atlético Battle Resumes
Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to reach first Champions League final in 20 years, with a 1-1 first-leg draw against Atlético Madrid and a 13-match unbeaten run backing them up.
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