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martina alcheva

Martina has over 13 years of experience in online sports journalism, with more than four years specializing in soccer. She focuses on soccer-related content, including match previews and daily news. Martina joined Futbol Sites in September 2020 and World Soccer Talk in June 2023.

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Christian Pulisic’s Milan success story: How Premier League pressure and Zlatan Ibrahimovic shaped his career

Christian Pulisic has reflected on his journey across Europe's top leagues, the challenges of the Premier League’s intense pressure, and the key role Zlatan Ibrahimovic has played in his success at Milan.
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Real Madrid plans for life without Vinicius: Milan star and Premier League target top the list to join Kylian Mbappe

Two key names have reportedly emerged as top targets for Real Madrid to replace Vinicius. One is a star from Serie A, while the other has long been linked with a move to the Premier League.
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Cristiano Ronaldo stirs transfer talk: Manchester Airport arrival sends Manchester United fans into overdrive

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again set the soccer world alight after his private jet was spotted landing at Manchester Airport, sending Manchester United fans into a frenzy.
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Premier League stay or Saudi Pro League move? Saudi chief drops major hint about Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool

The Saudi Pro League has long been interested in Mohamed Salah. However, a key Saudi soccer figure has now dropped a major bombshell about Salah’s potential move, adding even more intrigue to the situation.
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Liverpool star nearly left Premier League to join Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Pro League in January – It’s not Salah

Speculation over Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool continues to dominate headlines. However, it has now emerged that another key Liverpool forward was on the brink of making a blockbuster move to Saudi Arabia in January.
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Conceicao's risky move: Not just Christian Pulisic – Milan bench Leao and Felix in Serie A

Sergio Conceicao is making bold decisions for the Hellas Verona clash. The biggest surprise? Not only will Christian Pulisic be left out of Milan's starting lineup, but Rafael Leao and Joao Felix are also expected to begin the game on the bench.
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Vinicius gets ‘unrejectable’ Saudi bid after latest meeting: What is Real Madrid’s stance and what does future hold?

The future of Vinicius at Real Madrid has become a major talking point in recent weeks. Saudi Arabia has reportedly presented him with an unprecedented contract offer, and as a result, tensions are rising behind the scenes.
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Sergio Ramos explains his decision: Why Liga MX side Monterrey and not Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami in MLS

Sergio Ramos shocked everyone by signing with Monterrey rather than joining Lionel Messi in MLS. He has now opened up about the factors that led to his decision.
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Why Christian Pulisic won’t start for Milan against Verona: Two key reasons behind Conceicao’s decision

With Milan needing a crucial victory to regain momentum, reports suggest that Sergio Conceicao will make tactical adjustments—including dropping USMNT star Christian Pulisic to the bench.
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Messi vs Ronaldo: Di Maria settles debate and fires back at Cristiano’s GOAT claim – ‘Reality is in numbers’

The long-standing debate over who is the greatest player of all time—Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo—has been reignited. This time, it was Angel Di Maria, one of the few players to have shared a dressing room with both superstars, who weighed in on the discussion.
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Kylian Mbappe’s future with France decided: Will he keep the captaincy? Didier Deschamps weighs in

After missing France’s last two international breaks, speculation ran wild regarding Kylian Mbappe's relationship with manager Didier Deschamps and whether he would retain his leadership role.
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Neymar eyes pre-contract with Barcelona? Joan Laporta lays down two major hurdles for Santos star to overcome

According to reports, Santos superstar Neymar is preparing for a spectacular comeback to Barcelona this summer. But is the club ready to welcome him back?
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How close was Barcelona to signing Marcus Rashford in January? Deco’s three-word response to transfer links

While many believed Marcus Rashford’s preferred destination was Barcelona, the deal never materialized, leading to speculation about the Catalan club’s true level of interest.
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Real Madrid’s next power struggle? Jude Bellingham seeks to become highest-paid player ahead of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius

Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Real Madrid last summer has complicated the club’s wage structure, and now it appears that Jude Bellingham wants to be the highest-paid player at Madrid, ahead of both the Frenchman and Vinicius.
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Milan boss Conceicao eyes tactical switch: Who will be benched – Christian Pulisic, Rafael Leao, or Joao Felix?

The disappointing Champions League performance has pushed Milan’s coaching staff to reconsider their tactical approach. So, who is most at risk of being left out?