Kick Off: Real to sue Inter for contacting Modric; Utd rubbish Pogba-Mourinho rift reports

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TOP HEADLINES

Real reportedly to report Inter for negotiating with Modric

Not only are Real Madrid not going to let Luka Modric go, but it’s rumoured they’ll report Inter for ‘tapping up’ the player.

Man Utd incensed at Pogba and Mourinho bust-up reports (Sky Sports)

Manchester United have moved to clarify rumours of a bust-up between Paul Pogba and Jose Mourinho by labelling the reports as 'absolute nonsense.'

World champions France take top spot & Germany down to 15th in latest men's FIFA Ranking

France have climbed to the summit of a much-changed FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking in the first edition of the global ladder since a new ranking formula took effect and Les Bleus became world champions.

WHAT THEY SAY

Griezmann posts image of Sergio Ramos crowning him

The Atlético Madrid striker didn't take long to get an Instagram picture up showing the Real Madrid captain crowning him on the throne.

Liverpool fans troll Sergio Ramos after Diego Costa challenge

It's fair to say the sight of Mohamed Salah being injured in the Champions League final, owing to a Sergio Ramos challenge, is still a little raw for Liverpool fans.

'Ending Man Utd's dominance my biggest challenge' - Guardiola eyes City empire

The Manchester City boss admits trying to replicate the success enjoyed at Old Trafford down the years is motivating him at the Etihad Stadium

Griezmann's brother sent a message to Thibaut Courtois

After winning the European Super Cup the celebrations from Atletico Madrid didn't go unnoticed, particularly from Antoine Griezmann's brother.

Valverde: "Messi starting out on the wing is an option for us"

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde told reporters after the 3-0 win over Boca Juniors that Rafinha may well stay at the club: "We're very happy with him".

'There are tougher teams' - Sneijder doubts Juve can win the Champions League

Wesley Sneijder won the Champions League with Inter, but doubts Juventus can do the same, even with Cristiano Ronaldo. “There are tougher teams.”

'Pogba & Mourinho will figure it out', says Dimitar Berbatov

The former Red Devils striker believes talk of a rift being player and manager is being blown out of proportion, with there no transfer on the cards

Fred reveals why he chose Manchester United transfer over Man City

New Manchester United midfielder Fred has revealed he turned down interested from Manchester City because he wanted to play for a 'huge club'.

TRANSFERS

Modric to meet Real President in one last bid to push for Inter move

Luka Modric will meet Real Madrid President Florentino Perez today in one last bid to push for an Inter move, it’s reported.

OFFICIAL: Sassuolo sign Barcelona defender Marlon

Sassuolo have officially signed Barcelona and Brazil defender Marlon, but the Blaugrana retain a buy-back option.

THESE THINGS HAPPEN

'Forget the past, be the FUTURE' - Suarez switches boot supplier via a cowboy cartoon

Luis Suarez has announced he is switching from Adidas to Puma as his sportswear sponsor via an animated video posted online.

OFFICIAL: La Liga reach agreement to play regular season matches in USA and Canada

La Liga have officially announced a 15-year partnership which will see regular season games played in USA and Canada.

Revealed: The mind-blowing 'Cristiano Ronaldo effect'

The Portuguese superstar will make his Serie A debut against Chievo on Saturday but he has already made a huge impact on the Italian game

Pogba's brother shunned by German third division club for being too fat

Mathias Pogba, who is currently a free agent, has failed to win a contract with KFC Uerdingen after taking in a recent trial period

Does Simeone laugh at Courtois receiving runner-up medal?

Footage has emerged of Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone appearing to laugh at the same time Thibaut Courtois received his Super Cup runner-up medal.

IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS

Life in La Liga after Cristiano Ronaldo

La Liga 2018/19 officially kicks off Friday despite the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the best players in the history of the league. Without the Portuguese, Real Madrid will try to snatch the league title from Lionel Messi and Barcelona, who appear stronger than last season after the signings made this summer. Another of the teams that has been rearmed is Atletico Madrid, a candidate to battle on all fronts with one of its best squads in its history. The fight for the title, European positions and salvation promises to be exciting after a somewhat decaffeinated campaign a year ago with a nearly flawless Barcelona.

The outlook for Real Madrid and Barcelona has completely reversed in a year

In August 2017, Real Madrid seemed to be the new dominant force in Spain, yet just a season later, Barcelona have already reclaimed the throne.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

How happy is this Man City fan to meet Premier League trophy & get a response from Aguero?