Reports from Crickex Sign Up reveal that Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid has not gone as planned. The English full-back, once Liverpool’s homegrown prodigy, arrived in Spain with a 100-million-euro price tag and sky-high expectations. Yet, just a few months later, he finds himself fighting for minutes, form, and faith. Now, fate brings him back to where it all began — Anfield — as Real Madrid prepare to face Liverpool in the Champions League on November 4. After nearly two months out with a knee muscle injury, Arnold has returned to full training and looks ready to play again. His recent post saying “almost back” was brief but confident,…

Each summer, Europe’s top football clubs seize the opportunity to travel abroad for pre-season tours, often turning these friendlies into lucrative ventures. Destinations like the United States and Asia have become regular fixtures on their calendars, combining brand exposure with training. Although many elite clubs have recently shifted their attention to China due to its rapid development, Barcelona remains a notable exception. Since their 2010 visit, Barcelona has not returned to China for pre-season matches, and the outlook for a comeback this summer appears increasingly slim. According to AS, the club has already begun evaluating potential locations for their 2025 summer tour, with China reportedly excluded from the shortlist. The…