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Real Madrid have announced the signing of French striker Kylian Mbappe, whose last club was PSG.

The term of the agreement is five years.

It should be added that Real Madrid got the 25-year-old Frenchman for free, as his contract with PSG expires on 30 June this year.

According to media reports, within the framework of signing a contract with Real Madrid Mbappe received a one-time bonus of 100 million euros. The striker's salary in the "royal club" will amount to 15 million euros a year.

Barcelona midfielder Ansou Fati has explained his decision to go on loan to Brighton.

"I feel 100 per cent now. I work hard because I feel there is always room for improvement. I spend many hours in the gym.

There are people who think that I had health problems, but I have not been injured for two years. I had a small injury, but it happens.

I played the whole season and didn't miss a single game. The fact that I didn't always get into the squad made it difficult, but I was ready and fought to the end.

I decided to take the step in my career that I felt I had to take. I felt that everything I was doing was not being appreciated, so I decided to change teams. I had to do it," Mundo Deportivo quoted Fathy as saying.

"Sevilla has announced on its official website the appointment of Javier Garcia Pimenta as the team's head coach.

The parties signed a two-year agreement. Pimenta's previous club was Las Palmas, with whom he managed to take 16th place in the Spanish league standings with 40 points in 38 matches.

It should be noted that Pimenta will be replaced as Sevilla coach by Quique Sanchez Flores, who took over the Andalusian team in December 2023.

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has spoken out about the future transfer of PSG striker Kylian Mbappe.

"If it happened, it would be amazing. I think that's the only piece of the puzzle that we're missing in terms of playing as a pure nine. If he came in and gave us the qualities we needed, we would be in a very good position. He would take us to another level," Bellingham told TNT Sports.

Barcelona midfielder Frankie de Jong has shared his expectations from the appointment of Hans-Dieter Flick as the team's head coach.

"Will I stay? Yes, I am very happy at Barcelona. My family is also happy with everything, that's for sure. Does Hansi Flick want me to be a key player? I spoke to him, everything was fine, after the Euros, we'll see what happens," Fabrizio Romano quoted the midfielder on Twitter.

It should be added that Barcelona want to extend de Jong's deal, which expires in 2026, but with a significant pay cut, which could also ease their financial problems.

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior scored the winning goal in the Champions League final match of the 2023/24 season against Borussia Dortmund (2-0).

At the time of the final, the Brazilian was 23 years and 325 days old. He previously scored in the Champions League final in the 2021/22 season against Liverpool (1-0). According to Opta, Vinicius became the youngest player to score in two Champions League finals.

The previous record was held by Lionel Messi, who scored in both finals against Manchester United in 2008/09 and 2010/11. At the time of the 2011 final in London, Messi was 23 years and 338 days old.

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos shared his thoughts after winning the sixth Champions League title. The German midfielder also commented on his decision to retire.

"What is the difference between Real Madrid and others? We don't lose finals.

I made this decision because I want to be with my family, but I will miss this team every day of my life. I wanted it to end this way. I could never have imagined that I would win so many," Madrid Xtra quoted Kroos as saying.

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham shared his emotions after the 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final.

"I held on until I was in front of my parents. I was very shocked. Then I saw my younger brother, for whom I try to be a role model. I cannot put it into words. This is the best night of my life," the BBC quoted Jude as saying.

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has spoken about midfielder Luka Modric.

"I think Luka Modric will stay with us. I think he will extend his contract for another season," Perez was quoted as saying by AS.

It will be recalled that the Croatian midfielder's current contract with the Gunners runs until 30 June.

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has announced that the transfer of French forward Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid has been completed.

"Kylian Mbappe is joining Real Madrid. All documents have been signed. The deal is sealed and complete.

"Real Madrid will announce the signing of Mbappe next week after winning the Champions League. "Mbappe made his decision in February; he can now be considered a new Real Madrid player," Romano wrote on his Twitter page.

Barcelona head coach Hans-Dieter Flick wants Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix, who is on loan from the Catalan club, to stay with the team, journalist Luis Rojo reports on social media outlet X.

According to the source, the Blue and Gold are not going to buy the player, but will work on the terms of another loan deal. The final decision has not yet been made, but the idea has been positively received by Barcelona's owners.

Last season, João Felix played 44 matches for Barcelona and scored 10 goals.

Barcelona's new head coach Hans-Dieter Flick will receive one of the highest salaries among football coaches, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg.

According to the source, Hans-Dieter Flick will have a salary in the range of €9-11 million at Barcelona. By the standards of Spanish football, this is one of the biggest salaries.

It is worth reminding that Hans-Dieter Flick replaced Javi Hernandez on the Barcelona coaching bridge. Flick's agreement with Barcelona runs until the summer of 2026.