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Franco Mastantuono: A Prolific Prodigy More Akin to James Rodriguez Than Lamine Yamal

Forget Lamine Yamal! Meet Franco Mastantuono, Real Madrid's electrifying new talent. While comparisons to Barça's starlet are inevitable, one expert argues they miss the mark entirely. This Argentine prodigy is carving his own path, possessing a more Colombian flair reminiscent of James Rodriguez, not the explosive dynamism of Yamal. Prepare for a different kind of magic at the Bernabéu

Man City in crisis! Phil Foden & Mateo Kovacic suffer worrying injuries following Rodri setback as Pep Guardiola reveals new midfield plan

Manchester City’s midfield crisis has deepened as both Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic join Rodri on the injury list ahead of the Premier League season. Pep Guardiola confirmed that Kovacic could be sidelined until October with an achilles problem, leaving the champions scrambling for solutions in the No.6 role. Foden’s setback further adds to Guardiola’s early-season selection headache.

Tijjani Reijnders ready to play 'anywhere' for Pep Guardiola after Rodri injury blow as new Man City signing bids to make instant impression after £46.5m move

New Manchester City signing Tijjani Reijnders is determined to prove his worth and impress Pep Guardiola, as he is willing to play anywhere in the midfield. Guardiola could make use of the Dutch international's versatility in the absence of Ballon d'Or winner Rodri, who suffered a fresh injury during the Club World Cup after recovering from his ACL setback.

Riyad Mahrez’s Unannounced Return to Manchester City Training: A Reunion with Pep Guardiola and Former Teammates

Manchester City’s training ground had a touch of nostalgia this week as former winger Riyad Mahrez made an unexpected appearance, reuniting with old team-mates and staff. The 34-year-old, remembered as one of the defining figures of City’s dominant era, was spotted walking through the Etihad Campus, exchanging warm greetings and laughter with familiar faces.