Neymar needed to step out of Messi’s shadow – Pele

Pele believes Neymar made the right decision to step out of Lionel Messi’s shadow at Barcelona and join Paris Saint-Germain.

Coutinho stay crucial for Liverpool – Garcia

Former Liverpool star Luis Garcia believes keeping Barcelona target Philippe Coutinho at the club was vital for the Premier League side.

Barcelona signings do not fit system – Xavi

Barcelona signings like Paulinho do not fit into the team’s system, according to legendary midfielder Xavi.

Watch: Messi’s security drag away young fan

Watch a young Lionel Messi fan getting dragged away by the Argentine stars security guards  before finally meeting his idol.

9 clubs regret letting a star join a rival

Take a look at what happened when nine top players across Europe who signed for their clubs direct rivals.

Barcelona speculation was difficult – Verratti

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti accepts it has been “difficult” to cope with intense transfer speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona.

Oblak tempted to leave Atleti in 2018

Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak says he would consider a move away from the club, but not until 2018.

Madrid can win six trophies this season – Alonso

Former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso believes the Spanish and European champions are capable of winning six titles in 2017-18.

12 deals that could happen before the transfer deadline

We’re all set for a genuinely thrilling final two days of the transfer window – and these are the whoppers that could still happen.

Atletico chief Cerezo ‘optimistic’ over Costa return

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo remains “optimistic” Diego Costa will rejoin the club, although he admits prising the Spain striker from Chelsea will be complicated.