Carlos Alcaraz hasn't won Roland Garros so far in his career, but his coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, believes that he will do it at least once. The Spanish coach won Roland Garros himself in 2003 when he was 23.
Girona FC are a Champions League team. And, for most fans of Los Blanquivermells, it still hasn't sunk in yet that the biggest clubs from across Europe will be visiting the Estadi Montilivi next season.
Because of the incredible season Girona have had, which saw them secure Champions League qualification for the very first time in their history, it’s hardly surprising that many of their players are wanted by clubs across Europe.
Carlos Alcaraz‘s coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero says he has full faith in the Spaniard’s ability and backs him to win the coveted French Open title at least once in his career.
Carlos Alcaraz once famously declared that he's targetting Novak Djokovic's 24 Grand Slam record and he's not backing down from that claim. Being humble is generally seen as a very commendable quality, but being confident is also very important, especially for athletes.
Girona left-back Miguel Gutierrez has a just claim to be perhaps the best left-back in the divsion this season, and it is no surprise that he has caught the eye of a number of top clubs.
Barcelona are confident that they will be able to get back to their salary limit this summer allowing them to sign without restrictions, and ultimately, to sign a pivot in midfield.
Real Madrid’s academy has been enormously successful at producing footballers, just not for Real Madrid in recent years. Currently the only established academy talents in the first team are in their thirties in Lucas Vazquez, Dani Carvajal and Nacho Fernandez, while Fran Garcia looks to be on his way out this summer.
Atletico Madrid will look to rebuild their defence this summer, and that could involve a number of changes. Most of those are expected in central defence, but it appears they are looking to add a right-back too, with Thomas Meunier back on their radar.
Girona assure that they will play in the Champions League next season, and as such have started looking at ways to build out their squad in the summer.
The news that Real Madrid targets Leny Yoro and Alphonso Davies are less likely to sign for Los Blancos this summer continues to spread through the Spanish capital.
Real Madrid left-back Fran Garcia was delighted to return to his boyhood club last summer, but things have not gone to plan this season. After starting the first seven games of the season, Ferland Mendy has taken over starting duties, and it looks as if Garcia could be on his way out this summer.
Earlier this month, Girona booked their place in next season’s Champions League, having secured a stunning 4-2 victory over Barcelona at Montilivi. The Catalan side can look forward to playing among Europe’s elite, although work has to be done before that officially becomes a reality.
Barcelona has had a season without winning a trophy, as they have missed out on the Champions League, Copa Del Rey, and La Liga titles. What went wrong and what positives can they take from this season?
Wolves boss Gary O'Neil knows they face an in-form Crystal Palace today. Wolves will host Palace, which thrashed Manchester United 4-0 on Monday night.
Girona face competition to keep hold of Yan Couto. The Brazil fullback has shone on-loan from Manchester City. Girona would like to keep Couto for a third season, but risk losing him as interest grows from bigger clubs.
Brazil have announced their Copa America squad for this summer, with a total of six La Liga inclusions. With just five exceptions, all of Dorival Junior’s 23-man squad come from La Liga, the Premier League and Serie A in Brazil.
Girona face a battle to keep loan star Yan Couto ahead of the 2024/25 season. The Brazilian international has played a key role in Catalonia within a two year loan at the club.
Atletico Madrid switched away from their 5-3-2 system for last weekend’s match against Mallorca at Son Moix, with Antoine Griezmann suspended. Diego Simeone opted for a 5-4-1, with Angel Correa playing as the lone striker, flanked by Samuel Lino and Marcos Llorente.
Having officially secured a top four finish in La Liga with victory over Barcelona last Saturday, Girona can now look forward to playing in next season’s Champions League.
Real Madrid are exploring the re-signing Miguel Gutierrez from Girona. The 22 year-old could be bought outright by Real, says El Desmarque. Real Madrid sold Gutirrez to Girona in the summer of 2022 - and a buyback clause was also included in the agreement.
Girona coach Michel hailed Portu and Savio after their 4-2 win against Barcelona. The result secures Girona Champions League qualification for the first time.
A revolutionary winemaker and visionary from maybe the most under-appreciated wine region of California is descending on New Jersey: pn Thursday, May 9th, Bill Easton will host a pop-up wine dinner at Blu on the Hudson. In the 1970s Bill founded Solano Cellars wine shop in Berkeley, CA which continues to be an essential institution today.
Lloyd Harris picked up ten wins in a row in Gwangju and Shenzhen, while Alejandro Moro Canas was the only maiden Challenger Tour winner this week in Rome.
The transfer rumor mill is buzzing again, and this time, Manchester United finds themselves in the mix for Girona sensation Miguel Gutierrez. However, the Red Devils face stiff competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal and West Ham in pursuing the talented left-back.
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