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Forbes
a day ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Vinicius Jr. Criticized For ‘Not Representing Real Madrid Values'
Real Madrid and Brazil winger Vinicius Jr. has been criticized for not representing his club's ... More "values" on Spanish radio. Real Madrid and Brazil winger Vinicius Jr. has been criticized for not representing his club's "values" on Spanish radio. The Ballon d'Or runner up is under fire for a poor 2024/2025 season which Los Blancos finished without major silverware, and his sub-par performances at the Club World Cup this summer where Paris Saint-Germain knocked them out via a 4-0 thrashing administered in the semifinals. A lack of chemistry and running back to help defend saw both Vinicius and Kylian Mbappe criticized, and often seems like the pair are unable to function together successfully when it comes to facing elite opposition. Once more, there are rumors swirling that Saudi Arabia is planning to make him the most expensive player of all time, with a €350 million offer capable of smashing the world transfer record PSG set when paying €222 million to get Neymar out of his FC Barcelona contract in 2017. In Spain, calls are beginning to grow for Real Madrid president Florentino Perez to perhaps take the money and run, and they seemed to be entertained on Radioestadio Noche on Monday evening. Fernando Burgos wondered why Madrid seemed to have an agreement in place for Vinicius to extend, which now seems to have fallen by the wayside. "Why does it change now? Is there a logical explanation?," Burgos asked. 'It is very legitimate that Vinicius wants to be a free agent as Mbappé was; but Vinicius can never be Mbappe, neither on nor off the pitch,' he added. Miguel Serrano tipped Vinicius to 'be a very important player, but not the franchise player of the project'. Vinicius 'does not represent the values of Real Madrid' Burgos predicted that if Vinicius doesn't assume such billing 'he will leave'. In his most scathing attack on the forward, however, it was said that 'Vinicius does not represent the values of Real Madrid'.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Report – Real Madrid Identify Inter Milan & Italy Megastar As Toni Kroos Successor
Real Madrid have reportedly added Inter Milan long-serving stalwart Nicolo Barella to their list of Toni Kroos replacements. According to Spanish news outlet AS via FCInterNews, the diminutive midfielder is one of three potential candidates for the role. Despite his long-term absence due to a nasty knee injury, Manchester City's Rodri remains the top priority. However, convincing Pep Guardiola to give up his talisman could prove rather tricky. Therefore, Los Blancos have set their sights on several other elite stars. Real Madrid Keen to Sign Inter Milan Ace Nicolo Barella Nicolo Barella is one of the names in Florentino Perez's notebook. In addition to the ex-Cagliari midfielder, Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernandez are also in contention. However, all players have long-term contracts and are crucial to their clubs. As such, Real Madrid would likely have to make an irrefutable offer to sign any of them. Faced with the potential loss of Hakan Calhanoglu, Inter probably won't consider bids for Barella.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Real Madrid icon bids emotional farewell after 17 years
Real Madrid veteran Lucas Vazquez bid farewell to his boyhood club on Thursday, in an official club act. The 34-year-old's contract has expired, and he is now a free agent for the first time. Vazquez joined the club at the age of 16 in 2007 as a youth player from Velez, and began moving up the ranks until he reached the Castilla side. He would then leave on loan to Espanyol for a year, before Los Blancos brought him back from Los Pericos. He would spend the next decade as a useful alternative for Real Madrid, initially on the right wing, and then as a right-back. The nine-time Spain international made 402 appearances for the club, scoring 38 goals and giving 73 assists. Perhaps most famously he scored a penalty against Aletico Madrid in the 2016 Champions League final, and last season scored and assisted in a 3-2 win over Barcelona. He lifted four Liga titles, five Champions Leagues, and one Copa del Rey, while picking up a further 12 Supercup trophies. Dedication to partner Macarena Rodriguez In an emotional event, where President Florentino Perez called Vazquez 'one of us', before thanking him for his years of service, Vazquez opened with a message for his wife Macarena Rodriguez. 'Without you, this wouldn't have been possible,' Lucas said to his wife, as quoted by Marca. 'You gave me peace of mind and support to keep believing in myself. We've laughed and cried together. You're the person who knows me best and also the one who has endured me the most, being my best life partner. I can never thank you for everything you've done for me.' Image via Real Madrid Message to fans and president Vazquez was in tears at the event and on his final day at the Santiago Bernabeu in May, as he cut a lower profile than Luka Modric and Carlo Ancelotti. 'This is one of the most important days of my life, and I want to start by thanking the fans. Thank you for every applause and every gesture of support. You've made me feel at home. I've had the privilege of sharing a dressing room with legends and winning titles, but above all, I've been happy. I've felt valued, respected, and loved. Thank you for allowing me to fulfill my dream,' he indicated to Perez. 'I've fulfilled my dream. I'm leaving, but Real Madrid will never be mine. I am and always will be Lucas Vazquez, a Real Madrid youth player.'
New York Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Lucas Vazquez on Real Madrid farewell: ‘I have fulfilled the dream of my life'
Lucas Vazquez says that he has 'fulfilled the dream of his life' after his departure from Real Madrid was confirmed. The Spanish side announced on Wednesday that the 33-year-old would depart the club after 10 years in the Spanish capital. Speaking at a farewell ceremony which was held at the club's training facility, Vazquez reflected on his near 20-year association with the club. Advertisement 'I want to start by thanking the fans, for your applause, for every gesture of support, you have been with me every step of the way, and you have made me feel something eternal. I came here with a dream, and I have fulfilled it,' he said. 'Above all, I have been happy. I have always tried to give the best of myself, and I have felt valued and loved. I want to give my heartfelt thanks to the president, Florentino Perez. You have always shown me your affection, and I will always be proud of it. To Jose Angel Sanchez for always making things easy after long and hard negotiations. 'I leave with peace of mind, with a clear conscience, I have fulfilled the dream of my life, and I have done it in the biggest club in the world. But this is not a goodbye, it is a see you soon because here I was happy, because here I am happy, because here I have always been a canterano of Real Madrid.' 🤍 #GraciasLucas 🤍 — Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) July 17, 2025 'I'm leaving Real Madrid, but Real Madrid will never leave me,' Vázquez said on social media on Wednesday. 'Wherever I go, I will proudly say that I had the honor of playing for the best team in the world. Thank you for joining me on the most beautiful journey of my life.' Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said on the defender's departure: 'Lucas Vazquez represents the values of Real Madrid in an exemplary way, which has made him one of the most loved players by our fans. 'The figure of Lucas Vazquez symbolizes the work, perseverance, humility and a winning spirit essential to succeed with this shirt. He is a player who takes the affection and recognition of all Real Madrid. Real Madrid is and always will be his home. 'Real Madrid wishes him and his entire family the best of luck in this new stage of his life.' Vazquez signed a one-year contract extension in 2024, extending his stay at Madrid to 18 years after joining as a 16-year-old in 2007. The winger-turned-full-back won the Champions League five times with Madrid, alongside four La Liga titles. Vazquez also won the Spanish Super Cup four times, alongside Club World Cup trophies in three consecutive years. Advertisement Vazquez made 402 appearances for Madrid, playing regularly for Carlo Ancelotti's side last campaign following Dani Carvajal's ACL injury in October. In 53 matches in 2024-25, Vazquez contributed two goals and eight assists and often captained the side in Luka Modric's absence. He also made nine appearances for the Spanish national team. The Spaniard's final Madrid appearance was the Club World Cup semi-final defeat by Paris Saint-Germain on July 9.
Al-Ahram Weekly
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Real Madrid confirm Vazquez departure - World
After his deal expired at the end of the season Los Blancos had agreed a short-term contract extension for the Spaniard to keep him for the Club World Cup, which they competed in this summer in the United States. "Vazquez exemplarily represents the values of Real Madrid, which has made him one of the most beloved players by our fans," said Madrid president Florentino Perez in a statement. Official Announcement: Lucas Vázquez's farewell ceremony. #GraciasLucas — Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) July 16, 2025 "(He) symbolises the hard work, perseverance, humility, and winning spirit essential to succeed in this shirt." Originally a winger, the 34-year-old won 23 trophies at the club including five Champions Leagues and four La Liga titles, largely as a squad player. "I leave Real Madrid but Real Madrid will never leave me," said Vazquez in a goodbye video. The Spaniard came through the Madrid youth system and spent his whole career at the club, with the exception of a loan to Espanyol in the 2014-15 season, playing 402 times across all competitions for Los Blancos. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
