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Morocco World
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Lucas Vázquez to Leave Real Madrid After Nearly Two Decades
Real Madrid have confirmed that Lucas Vázquez will leave the club this summer, with a farewell ceremony scheduled at Real Madrid City in the presence of club president Florentino Pérez. The 34-year-old right-back departs after nearly two decades at the club, having joined the youth academy in 2007. He made his senior debut in 2015 following a loan spell at Espanyol. The club paid tribute to Vázquez, calling him 'one of the great legends of Real Madrid.' In a statement shared on social media, Vázquez wrote: 'Dear Madridistas, it's been nearly two decades since I arrived at Valdebebas as a 16-year-old full of dreams and excitement to wear this shirt. Every step along the way has been a gift, and over time, Madrid became my home.' 'I may be leaving Real Madrid, but Real Madrid will never leave me. Wherever I go, I will proudly say that I had the honour of playing for the greatest club in the world. Thank you for being part of the most beautiful journey of my life. Hala Madrid, and nothing more!' Club president Florentino Pérez said: 'Lucas Vázquez represents in an exemplary way the values of Real Madrid, which has made him one of the most loved players by our fans. His figure symbolises the hard work, perseverance, humility, and winning spirit that are essential for success in this shirt. He has the affection and recognition of all madridistas. Real Madrid is and always will be his home.' Vázquez made 402 appearances over 10 seasons with the first team and won 23 titles, including five European Cups, five Club World Cups, four UEFA Super Cups, four La Liga titles, one Copa del Rey, and four Spanish Super Cups. Tags: Florentino PerezLucas VázquezReal Madrid
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lucas Vazquez announces his departure from Real Madrid
Following Luka Modric's recent departure, Real Madrid have now confirmed that another long-serving stalwart, Lucas Vázquez, will also be leaving the club. A farewell ceremony is set to take place in the coming days as the versatile right-back – who has spent 18 years at the Bernabéu - bids goodbye to Los Blancos. Advertisement Vázquez first joined the club's youth setup in 2007, aged just 16, and made his senior debut in 2015 after a brief loan spell with Espanyol. Since then, the Galician has been a reliable and consistent squad player for Madrid across a decade of service. In total, he made 402 appearances, scoring 38 goals and providing 73 assists. While often operating under the radar, particularly in later seasons where he featured mainly from the bench, Vázquez earned the respect of teammates and fans alike with his professionalism, work rate and adaptability. His honours list speaks for itself: 23 major trophies, including five Champions League titles, five Club World Cups, four UEFA Super Cups, four La Liga titles, a Copa del Rey, and four Spanish Super Cups.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨 Luka Modrić announces his Real Madrid exit
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. Luka Modrić announced this Thursday, May 22, the end of his journey with Real Madrid. The 39-year-old player is leaving the club after more than 13 years of defending the white jersey. Arriving in 2012 from Tottenham, the Croatian played 590 matches with Real Madrid while winning six Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles, five UEFA Super Cups, and five Club World Cups, among others. In his farewell, Luka Modrić announced that he will play his last match at Santiago Bernabeu this Saturday, May 24, while also stating that he will participate in the Club World Cup. "Throughout these years, I have experienced incredible moments, comebacks that seemed impossible, finals, celebrations, and magical nights at the Bernabéu..." he wrote on social media. "But beyond the titles and victories, I carry in my heart the affection of all the Madrid supporters. [...] I leave with a full heart." After Toni Kroos's departure last year, it is now the turn of the monument Luka Modrić to say goodbye to Real Madrid. 📸 Angel Martinez - 2024 Getty Images
The Irish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Liverpool legend set to relive Istanbul Champions League glory at Dublin anniversary event this summer
LIVERPOOL icon Steven Gerrard is set to make a return to Dublin for a one-off live event this summer. The former 2 Former Liverpool skipper Steven Gerard will host a night at Dublin's Vicar Street this summer 2 The night is due to the club's 20th anniversary Champions League win over Milan in Istanbul The event is part of the celebrations to marks 20 years since Liverpool's Champions League triumph in Istanbul. That famous night on May 25, 2005, saw Gerrard's will always appear in Belfast a night later. Fans attending will get the chance to meet the man himself, hear first-hand accounts from his storied Liverpool career. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL Gerrard also lifted two FA Cups (2001, 2006), three League Cups (2001, 2003, 2012), a UEFA Cup in 2001, and two UEFA Super Cups. Despite never winning a He is still revered as a club icon both in Merseyside and across world football. On the announcement of the event, Steven said: "I'm thrilled to be coming to Dublin and Belfast to celebrate the 20th anniversary of our incredible Most read in Football "It's a moment that will forever be etched in my memory, and I'm looking forward to sharing some of my favourite stories and memories with the fans along with all things Liverpool FC and this season's momentous 20th League Title." The event is set to take place at the iconic Vicar Street, with limited Leverkusen star Jeremie Frimpong reveals why he snubbed Liverpool and chose Man City last time Reds tried to sign him
Express Tribune
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Xabi Alonso set for Real Madrid return as head coach on a 3-year contract
Listen to article Real Madrid have reached an agreement for Xabi Alonso to become their new head coach at the end of the 2024-25 La Liga season, following Carlo Ancelotti's departure. Ancelotti, whose tenure will end after the final league match on May 25, leaves behind a decorated spell in charge of Los Blancos. During his time, he secured 15 major titles including three Champions League crowns, three Club World Cups, three UEFA Super Cups, two La Liga titles, and two Copa del Rey trophies. According to sources close to the club, the decision was mutually agreed upon after Madrid's Champions League exit to Arsenal. Ancelotti is expected to take over as Brazil's national team manager ahead of the 2026 World Cup. In the meantime, Santiago Solari may serve as interim manager during the Club World Cup. Alonso, who will sign a three-year deal, returns to the club where he played from 2009 to 2014. Since leaving his youth coaching role at Real Madrid in 2019, he progressed through Real Sociedad's B team before joining Bayer Leverkusen in 2022. His spell in Germany has been highly successful, guiding Leverkusen to a Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double in 2024, ending Bayern Munich's 11-year domestic dominance. Joining Alonso at Valdebebas will be fitness coach Alberto Encinas and long-time assistant Sebas Parrilla. The future of current fitness chief Antonio Pintus remains uncertain, though goalkeeper coach Luis Llopis is set to continue. Real Madrid's transfer plans under Alonso will align with the club's existing recruitment structure, with the manager consulted but not leading decisions. The club aims to reinforce at centre-back and midfield, with Juventus defender Dean Huijsen among the prime targets. Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro confirmed the German club respects Alonso's decision, with a gentleman's agreement ensuring an amicable exit. The transition marks a new chapter at the Bernabéu as Real Madrid aim to maintain their dominance under one of their former stars.
