Benzema, Mbappe suffer racial abuse & 5 other under-radar Real Madrid stories

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Benzema, Mbappe suffer racial abuse & 5 other under-radar Real Madrid stories

Madrid to use Varane funds to sign Mbappe

According to Diario AS, Real Madrid are planning to part ways with Raphael Varane this summer.

And the money generated by selling the defender would go to fund a Kylian Mbappe transfer.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin link emerges

According to The Sun, normally a rather unreliable source, Carlo Ancelotti wants to sign Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

This information has not been confirmed by more credible sources so take it with a pinch of salt. However, seeing the exciting striker in the Madrid colours would be interesting.

Griezmann inspired by Ronaldo

"[He is] a source of inspiration for everyone," Griezmann said about Cristiano Ronaldo, as quoted by Marca.

"It is extraordinary what he is doing at 36 years old. He and Messi, there will be no one like them, we are lucky to meet them on the field.

"He is a complete player, an example for all young and old, he can show the way for many young people."

Benzema, Mbappe racially abused in Hungary

De Telegraaf and L'Equipe report that French players of African descent such as Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappe were subjected to racism during their 1-1 draw against Hungary at Puskas Arena in Budapest.

Home fans booed the players and made monkey noises.

Hazard sends farewell message to Ramos

"I wish him all the best, I would’ve liked to keep playing with him, I spent two years by his side," Eden Hazard said about Sergio Ramos, as quoted by Managing Madrid.

"He’s a great leader, a motivator, one of the best defenders in the history of the sport and I hope he can still have good luck on the field."

Bale through to Euros last-16

Gareth Bale's Wales side has progressed to the knockout stages of Euro 2020 despite suffering a narrow defeat v Italy. Wales finished second in their group.

AuthorAleksei BlokhinSourceTribuna
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