Raphael Varane rejected a very lucrative offer from English giants Manchester United to stay with Real Madrid, latest reports have revealed. Varane was signed for Real Madrid back in 2011 by none other than Jose Mourinho, who is believed to be a big fan of the young center back. The Frenchman thrived and developed rapidly under…
According to England based media outlet The Sun, former Manchester United player and current Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo almost ended up signing for Valencia in the aftermath of the 2006 World Cup. The incident occurred during the Portugal vs England match in the 2006 World Cup. Rooney was dismissed after a 62nd minute foul on…
AS Monaco and Valencia are reportedly planning to sign Marcos Rojo this summer. Spanish News Outlet, Deporte Valenciano, report that Valencia CF are interested in signing Manchester United outcast Marcos Rojo. AS Monaco are also believed to be interested in Rojo, according to The Sun. However, Monaco are hoping that Manchester United can sponsor a…
Reports from Spain claim that Real Madrid pulled out of the race for Pogba’s signature due to his high wage requirements. The France international completed a record-breaking switch to Manchester United this summer, but the Red Devils weren’t the only club interested in Pogba’s services. Real Madrid were believed to be planning a hijack for the Pogba…
Antoine Griezmann has confirmed that he will stay at Atletico Madrid despite interest from other clubs. Ligue 1 champions PSG and Premier League club Arsenal were linked with the Frenchman, who was the star of the recently concluded Euro 2016, and scored 6 goals to help the French team reach the finals, wherein they lost to Portugal.…
James Rodriguez has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu this summer, but the Spanish Media suggest that Perez doesn’t think Liverpool can afford the Colombian. Liverpool haven’t spent big on a player this summer, but the Mundo Deportivo suggest that this isn’t because Klopp is unwilling to spend big money in the market,…
Gareth Bale has signed a new five-year contract with Real Madrid, which will see him remain at the club till 2021. According to Spanish newspaper La Marca, Bale’s new contract will contain a significant increase in his wages, taking his annual earnings to 10 million euros net. It means the Welshman will be on par…
Arsenal have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Valencia center-back Shkodran Mustafi, after manager Pako Ayestaran confirmed that the German would not be leaving the club. Arsenal are in desperate need of a central defender, as injuries to Per Mertesacker and Gabriel Paulista have left them with only one first choice center-back in Laurent…
France and Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann has had his say on who he thinks will win the Premier League this season. The 25-year-old attacker has revealed his thoughts on the potential 2016/17 Premier League winners. Griezmann believes that this season won’t be at all similar to last year’s, when Leicester City surprisingly won the…
Alvaro Negredo has claimed that Gary Neville’s tenure as Valencia manager was a disaster from the minute it happened. The Manchester United legend turned to punditry once his playing days were over, and was well known for his admirable insight into the way teams played, and what they were doing right or wrong. He was…
Real Madrid have ended up being “hurt” after losing Paul Pogba to Manchester United, trusted Sky Sports journalist Guillem Balague has revealed. Paul Pogba was easily the most wanted, as well as the most talked about player in the current summer transfer window, with two of the biggest clubs in world football, viz. Real Madrid and Manchester…
Real Madrid turned down the chance to sign Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich, according to popular journalist Guillem Balague. In 2012, Alex Ferguson was on the lookout for a new proven striker. #SAFmistake — The Red Devils (@utdtrd) August 19, 2016 Either he would move for Robin van Persie or Dortmund’s Robert Lewandowski. He chose…
Nani has claimed that signing a new contract with Manchester United was the worst moment of his life. The Portuguese International signed for United from Sporting Lisbon, and enjoyed a trophy-laden seven-year spell with the club, winning four Premier League titles, two league cups and the Champions League. He was also named United’s player’s player…
With German defender Per Mertesacker out until new year, and Brazilian defender Gabriel Paulista out until October, Arsenal desperately need a central defender. The North London club has been priced out in its attempts to sign other defenders, and according to them, Valencia’s German international Shkodran Mustafi is the only viable option. Mustafi began his…
Raphael Varane has decided to stay at Real Madrid. The Frenchman was a reported target for Jose Mourinho at Manchester United. However, the center-back has decided to stay at the Bernabeu, as he feels Real is the best place to continue his career, and Zidane is the perfect manager to help him fulfil his potential. “Real…
James Rodriguez’ agent, Jorge Mendes, has told Chelsea and Arsenal that the Colombian will cost them nothing less of £65 million. Real Madrid were initially unwilling to sell the 25-year-old, but fresh reports claim that Arsenal and Chelsea have been given a boost in their pursuit for the Colombian. Jorge Mendes, the agent of James Rodriguez…
After yesterday’s 3-4 loss at home to Liverpool, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admitted that Arsenal weren’t prepared enough, and hinted at new arrivals before the transfer window closes. Arsenal fans across the world have been asking the club to sign a world class striker if the club is really interested in winning a title. Arsenal…
Great to see you bro!!💪🏽🔝 A photo posted by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) on Jul 24, 2016 at 3:48pm PDT UFC star Conor McGregor has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a brand new deal with Real Madrid. The Portugal international is currently under contract with the Madrid-based club until 2018, and earns approximately £16.5 million a…
With the Premier League set to start today, Manchester United’s shopping seems to have been done but according to Spanish media outlet AS, United are in the market for a defender. Amongst the names being linked with a move to Old Trafford are Real Madrid’s Raphael Varane and Serie A champions Juventus’ Leonard Bonucci. Manchester…
Arsenal are preparing a bid for Real Madrid star James Rodriguez, according to Spanish newspaper Marca. The Gunners have spent most of the transfer window chasing Leicester City stars Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez. But, having missed out on both of them, the club’s focus has now seemingly switched towards Rodriguez. The Colombian has fallen down the…
Antoine Griezmann has a release clause worth £85.5 million in his current Atletico Madrid contract. The Frenchman has been constantly linked with a move to Arsenal, who have been desperately searching for a big name striker. But, much to the frustration of Arsenal fans, Wenger is known to be a reluctant spender, and the £85.5…
Schkodran Mustafi has agreed to join Arsenal, but no deal has been agreed between the two clubs yet, according to Sky Sports’ Sources. Valencia defender Mustafi has been linked with a move to the Emirates for quite some time now, and Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is very keen on signing the 24-year old. Arsenal are…
Mesut Ozil would jump at the chance to play for Real Madrid again, according to German newspaper Bild. Ozil is likely to stay at the Emirates and sign a contract extension with the club, but would not hesitate to join Real if they came calling. The German is determined to win trophies, and may therefore, choose…
Juan Mata signed for the Red Devils in the January transfer window of the 2013-2014 season. He was signed for a reported fee of £37.1m, which was the then club record fee for Manchester United. The Spaniard left fellow Premier League club Chelsea after he was benched for a majority of the games in the…
Manchester United have opened up closed wounds with Real Madrid, after Paul Pogba chose a move to Old Trafford over the Santiago Bernabeu. The two clubs shared a friendly relationship up until last summer, when the two European giants were at loggerheads regarding the transfer of Spanish goal-keeper David De Gea. De Gea was reportedly on…
Paul Pogba has revealed that two Real Madrid players convinced him to join Jose Mourinho at Manchester United. As per the Frenchman’s statement, two Real Madrid players – Alvaro Morata and Raphael Varane – talked to Pogba, and said to him that Jose Mourinho was the man to help him achieve his dream of becoming…
Valencia are targeting Chelsea winger Pedro, according to reports from Fichajes. Pedro signed for Chelsea from Barcelona last summer, in a deal worth around £19 million. However, La Liga club Valencia are reported to be interested in bringing the Spaniard back to his home country. Pedro suffered a horrible debut season at Chelsea. He was…
Zinedine Zidane initially tried to sign Paul Pogba, but lost out to Manchester United – who will pay a world-record £112 million for the 23-year-old, Paul Pogba is believed to have already completed his medical with the Red Devils, and the deal is set to be officially announced tomorrow. The French powerhouse was in Zidane’s sight…
Real Madrid are ready to put Isco up for sale, according to Spanish newspaper AS. Could Isco be on his way out of the Bernabéu? https://t.co/t70Bvac4o6 pic.twitter.com/TskY5bzgpv — AS USA (@English_AS) August 5, 2016 Isco has fallen out of favour at the Bernabeu since his brilliant debut campaign for Los Blancos in 2013-14, in which…
French Newspaper, L’Equipe, has revealed that Paris Saint-Germain will unveil their latest €25 million acquisition of Jese Rodriguez this Monday. The report states that PSG have called the media this Monday in order to officially unveil the 23-year-old. The press conference will be held at 14:00 CEST, which is when we will most likely see…
The new Manchester United boss spoke about Leicester City during an interview with MUTV, stating that such a Title triumph would only happen in England. Jose Mourinho, who was recently targeted by Bayern Munich’s President for his treatment of Schweinsteiger, didn’t want to leave a reply for Karl, but instead took a dig at Europe’s…
Real Madrid starlet Martin Odegaard is set to leave the club on loan this season, according to reports. Martin Odegaard joined Real Madrid in January 2015, for a fee believed to be around €4 million, which could further rise up to €8–8.5 million. Upon his arrival in Madrid, he began training with both the first team and the reserves,…
Real Madrid star man James Rodriguez could spend the upcoming season on the substitute’s bench, according to Marca. Having lit up the 2014 World Cup, James Rodriguez joined Real Madrid from Monaco for a fee of £63 million. The midfielder managed to score 13 goals and bag 13 assists in 29 league games for the Spanish giants…
Spanish Newspaper, La Confidencial, have reported that Jose Mourinho is looking to sign Alvaro Morata from Real Madrid for a massive €60 million. Manchester United fans are currently waiting on news about Paul Pogba, but reports from Spain claim the Mourinho is looking to add another attacking option this season. The Spaniard has been previously…
Real Madrid are looking to make a third enquiry for David Alaba, according to AS. Real Madrid return once again for David Alaba with €65m bid https://t.co/4IhkqnCwu7 pic.twitter.com/xFcdboexmK — AS USA (@English_AS) August 3, 2016 Zidane and his executives are believed to have met up with the Bayern Munich officials already to discuss the availability of Alaba.…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_6N3z4UHP4 The Takvim newspaper reports that La Liga side, Valencia, are preparing to lure Oguzhan Ozyakup to Spain. According to the Turkish Newspaper, Valencia have already made an enquiry for the 23-year-old, and are preparing a £20 million bid to try and convince Besiktas to let go of their prized midfielder. The Spanish club have…
Real Madrid and Portugal star, Cristiano Ronaldo, is set to renew his contract with his club to ensure that he stays in the Spanish capital till the year 2021. Spanish news outlet AS have reported that the former Manchester United man has been in contact with Real Madrid president, Florentino Perez, over a new contract, which will…
Italian Journalist Emanuele Giulianelli has revealed that Antoine Griezmann was open to a move to Arsenal, but Wenger’s side couldn’t meet his price tag. Emanuele Giulianelli is a reliable journalist, working for Gazzetta Dello Sport, who always brings the correct news, and this time is no different. He recently tweeted on his personal account that…
Real Madrid boss, Zinedine Zidane, has stated that he sees James Rodriguez in his plans. James Rodriguez has been linked with a move away from Madrid, with Manchester United and West Ham looking to snap up the 25-year-old Colombian. The attacking midfielder fell down the pecking order during Rafa Benitez and Zidane’s reign in the…
Spanish News Outlet, Marca, have reported that a deal has been agreed between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid over a transfer for the 23-year-old Jese Rodriguez. The fee agreed is believed to be €25 million, according to news reports. PSG’s coach, Unai Emery, also agreed that his club are pursuing the Spanish attacker. “It’s a…
Real Madrid are reportedly offering Newcastle United two of their young starlets in order to reduce the asking price for Moussa Sissoko. Big money and two players? pic.twitter.com/7o9T9w0ohk — BlameFootball (@blamefootball) August 2, 2016 Sissoko was valued a lot less at the end of last season, but after an incredible showing at the Euros, his club…
Zinedine Zidane is believed to be looking at bringing either Nemanja Matic, or Marco Verratti to the Bernabeu this summer, as their pursuit for Paul Pogba is all but over. AS: Madrid have been interested in Verratti since Carlo's time but never made a serious play due to good relations. pic.twitter.com/t7DWWlIKp7 — BlameFootball (@blamefootball) July…
Real Madrid are currently the front-runners in the race for Moussa Sissoko, as per The Telegraph. Real Madrid close in on #NUFC midfielder Moussa Sissoko https://t.co/PjW3mVBuXA pic.twitter.com/8VFTgeyUfM — Telegraph Football (@TeleFootball) July 27, 2016 The Spanish club have reportedly decided to wait until Manchester United officially announce the capture of Paul Pogba, following which they will go ahead…
According to Don Balon, Manchester United are interested in James Rodriguez, and have tabled a £34 million bid for the Real Madrid man. Rodriguez hasn’t flourished as much as he would have hoped, ever since his switch to Real Madrid. And it seems like the Colombian isn’t a major part of Zidane’s future plans with…
Los Blancos boss Zinedine Zidane has just confirmed that his club are still looking to bring Paul Pogba to Real Madrid. Paul Pogba’s future has been under speculation for the past month, with both Manchester United and Real Madrid interested in signing the French International. Manchester United are understood to have two bids for Pogba rejected by…
Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has revealed his desire to play for the Galacticos one day, although he doesn’t want an immediate transfer. The Gabonese international has been linked with a Real Madrid transfer for the past month. The speculation heated up when it was reported that Pierre promised his late grandfather that he would one day…
La Liga News & Spanish Football Transfer news
La Liga, also known as the Primera Division, or the La Liga Santander, is the primary football competition in Spain. The first Primera Division was formed in the year 1929, and the competition has since developed into one of the biggest football tournaments in the world.
As per the UEFA's league coefficient, the La Liga has been the topmost football league in Europe for the last five years. The competition has produced Europe's top-rated clubs more number of times (18) than any other league. The major powerhouses playing in La Liga have also won the most number of UEFA Champions League (16) as well as UEFA Europa League (10) titles.
The Spanish League is currently home to two of the best football players of this generation – Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. La Liga has always featured the best footballers on the planet; in fact, superstars featuring in this league have won the highest number of Ballon d'Or awards (19).
La Liga is contested by 20 of the best clubs in Spain. Each team faces the 19 others two times per season, from the month of August to May. The format of this competition is a double round-robin system, and it features 380 matches per season. The teams are awarded 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, and none for defeats. Teams are placed in the table according to their total points. In case of ties, the factors that determine the tie-break are head-to-head points, followed by head-to-head goal difference, head-to-head goals scored, total goal difference, total goals scored, Fairplay score, and lastly, a play-off match in a neutral stadium.
So far, a total of 60 teams have featured in the La Liga since its formation. However, only 9 of those clubs have managed to win this prestigious competition – Real Madrid (32), Barcelona (24), Atletico Madrid (10), Athletic Bilbao (8), Valencia (6), Real Sociedad (2), Deportivo La Coruna, Sevilla, and Real Betis (1).
Here at BlameFootball, we provide a thorough coverage of La Liga news. We make available all the in-detail information of not just Spanish football news, but also the latest La Liga transfer news, along with up to date live scores, team news, match results, interviews, analysis, La Liga football rumours, La Liga football gossip, and the overall Spanish transfer news.