Xabi Alonso and Simone Inzaghi take charge of Real Madrid and Al Hilal for the first time and there are big selection calls to make.

Arsenal have reportedly switched their focus to another Real Madrid talent after seeing their efforts to tempt Brazilian attacker Rodrygo ultimately come up short.

The Spanish coach does not want to lose this footballer, who will be key in his rotation for the upcoming season.

Madrid have confirmed their 34-man squad for the Club World Cup, with a host of injured stars returning to the team, new signings featuring and a number of youngsters making the cut for clashes with Al Hilal, Pachuca and Salzburg.

Trent Alexander-Arnold was officially introduced by Real Madrid on Thursday, saying he was fulfilling his dream to play for the Spanish powerhouse. The 26-year-old England back was the latest reinforcement on defense for Madrid after a season in which the back line struggled following injuries.

Paris Saint-German (PSG) manager Luis Enrique has insisted that it is normal for Real Madrid to be interested in Willian Pacho.