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Having been sidelined for several weeks by a rib problem that caused him back pain earlier this year, the world number two reported similar discomfort - albeit not as severe - during the Players Championship last week. He will now sit out the European Tour’s flagship event, with a view to regaining full fitness ahead of the U.S. Open, which takes place at Erin Hills from June 15-18. In a statement released by the European Tour on Friday, McIlroy said: “Having had a reaction to my earlier rib injury, I have been advised to take a conservative approach to my recovery which unfortunately means I have to withdraw from the BMW PGA Championship next week....

Real Madrid Keylor Navas: 7/10 Largely quiet night for the Costa Rican, as Deportivo’s reliance on crosses failing to bother for large periods of the game. A powerful drive by Luis Alberto in the second half proved to be the only attempt which came close to testing him, and Navas proved equal to it. His organisation of the defence was decent after a torrid period in the beginning of the game....

The revamp will be led by German architects GMP, along with international firm L-35 and Catalan firm Ribas & Ribas, following an international tender process and is set to cost the Spanish club an estimated €400million (£328million). The redevelopment includes a new exterior, while a retractable roof will also be constructed, which is set to take around three years to complete. Perez at the unveiling said: “It’s time to face another challenge has come, we want to make the Santiago Bernabeu is the best stadium in the world....

Karim Benzema’s last-gasp effort in an enthralling contest saw Zinedine Zidane’s side reach the 40-game mark without defeat. Madrid fight back to claim Sevilla draw They are now clear on their own at the top of that particular Spanish roll of honour, having edged ahead of their eternal rivals from Camp Nou. Barcelona went 39 games unbeaten between October 2015 and March 2016, as they swept to La Liga and Copa del Rey crowns....

The defeat is the second of the pre-season preparations after Benitez’s men had previously fallen on penalties against Roma in Melbourne, but the coach was satisfied with what he’d seen. “We go away pleased with what we’ve gained in terms of experience and teamwork, but sad at having lost the game, although we lost to a good side,” he said, as reported in the Spanish media on Thursday. His side was without the injured Karim Benzema and rested Gareth Bale and lacked punch in attack, but the coach concentrated on their defensive performance....

As Catalonia mulls over a unilateral declaration of independence, police are studying the possible effects on Sunday’s match, fearing protests and possible violence. Real Madrid 6/5 to beat Girona to nil Spain’s central government in Madrid has threatened to take control of the Catalan government, asserting that the region’s intent to declare independence is illegal. Neither Girona nor Real Madrid have been officially notified of the possibility of the game being postponed, and both sides currently expect to play....

In case you didn’t know… Real Madrid were knocked out of the Copa del Rey after Barcelona defeated them in the second leg of the semifinals. Los Blancos are almost out of the La Liga title race as well, as they are 12 points behind the La Liga leaders, Barcelona. Real Madrid have only got a shot at winning the Champions League, as they are out of the domestic competitions. Real Madrid have been winning the most coveted trophy in European football for the past three years....

Although the tensions are rising with clubs like Manchester United, Paris Saint Germain and Juventus monitoring the situation, Zidane and Madrid are doing everything in their hand to resolve the issue. In case you didn’t know… Raphael Varane has been at the Spanish club since 2011 and was scouted and persuaded by Zinedine Zidane himself back then. The Frenchman has won everything there is to win at the club level with Real Madrid and has been an instrumental player for them in their recent success....

The former Chelsea goalkeeper moved from London to Madrid last summer for a fee believed to be in the region of €35m after a stunning World Cup campaign with Belgium. After a sub-standard start to life at the Santiago Bernabeu, Courtois looks ever so close to regaining his breathtaking shot-stopping ability and has now amassed 8 clean sheets in 15 La Liga Santander appearances. The 27-year-old said, Courtois was brought in with the idea to upgrade on Champions League-winning goalkeeper Keylor Navas....

However, a summer of bad decisions in 2003 meant that Real Madrid lost grip on what could have been a foundation of prolonged dominance. At first, the decision to not renew Vicente del Bosque’s contract bemused many stars. However, the worst part of it came a little later when Claude Makelele was sold off to Chelsea. It was a decision that baffled many, including current manager Zinedine Zidane. The Frenchman went as far as to claim that buying David Beckham was like painting a Bentley with gold, but selling his compatriot was like removing the engine of the car....

On Wednesday, it was confirmed that Ramos would be leaving Real Madrid after 16 years at the club. The news came after protracted contract talks over the season between Ramos and Real Madrid did not reach any concrete agreement. The 35-year-old is now set to walk away from the Bernabeu on a free transfer this summer. Recent reports from the RMC have now said interested clubs would have to pay an annual salary of €12 million to Ramos....

Simeone feared Torres neck injury Torres was knocked out cold after an awkward aerial challenge during Atletico’s 1-1 draw with Deportivo. After a lengthy delay, the 32-year-old was removed from the field on a stretcher and taken to hospital, with Atletico later announcing that a scan appeared to show no permanent damage. And the Madrid rivalry went out of the window as Ramos sent a tweet to Torres, his former Spain team-mate, that read: “Strength my friend!...

The capital side were promoted last term and Los Blancos announced the merger in a statement on Tuesday. Madrid are reported to have paid a €500,000 for the deal to go through, with the women’s side set to compete with clubs from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid among others next season. “During the course of next season, the 2019-20 campaign, the CD Tacon first team will train and play their matches at Real Madrid City as a part of the transitory collaboration between the two clubs,” a Madrid statement said....

In case you didn’t know… The Welshman has struggled to step up at Real Madrid following Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure from the club last summer. He has been in inconsistent form this season and injuries have also hampered the forward’s performance. Hence, the Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has reportedly decided that Bale does not have a future at the club and is keen on selling him this summer. Manchester United and Spurs’ are the clubs who have been linked to sign the forward in the summer....

#3 Brahim Diaz to Madrid Brahim Diaz is almost set to join Real Madrid if reports are to be believed. The Manchester City midfielder apparently refused all contract extension offers from the Etihad outfit. According to Duncan Castles, the reason for Diaz’s insistence on leaving the Etihad is the lack of game time. Madrid, meanwhile, want to use his signing to make a statement in the winter market. “Diaz wants to get out and he wants to play so he’s pushing for the move to happen and Madrid, from their point of view, want to announce the transfer and have something to show in the January window,” Castles said....

The Real Madrid hierarchy is desperate to revamp the squad and deliver to the new manager, Zinedine Zidane, some much-needed reinforcements before the start of next season. In case you didn’t know… Florentino Perez was re-elected as the president of Real Madrid in 2009 and Perez delivered his promises of signing world class players. Real Madrid spent over €250 million in the 2009-10 season, which included the transfer of players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, Karim Benzema, and Xabi Alonso....

The arrival of Morata from Juventus will see Jese’s playing time reduce at Madrid, and a move to Paris Saint-Germain will suit all parties involved. New PSG boss Unai Emery who replaced Laurent Blanc is said to be a huge admirer of Jese’s talents. Emery even tried to sign the Madrid youngster at Sevilla and he sees the forward as a perfect back-up to Edinson Cavani. “I know Jese well, the club knows Jese well,” Emery said last week....

#3 Guardiola and Pochettino Real Madrid target Mauricio Pochettino might have dropped a bomb on the Galacticos as he has claimed that he targets a long term stay with the Lilywhites. The Merengues have been targeting a move for the Argentine manager but it seems as though they might find it very difficult to sign him. Mauricio Pochettino stated that he hopes to stay for the next two decades with the North London outfit as he is very focused at the club and wants to win trophies there....