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Mbappe Future in Doubt After Mourinho Clash as Arsenal Eye Alvarez

Kylian Mbappe faces an uncertain future at Real Madrid after a clash with Jose Mourinho, while Arsenal plan a fresh bid for Julian Alvarez.

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Mbappe in hot water at Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe could be on his way out of Real Madrid. The 27 year old striker has reportedly angered manager Jose Mourinho. Mbappe was injured playing for France during the international break. However, he posted social media clips of himself cycling in Switzerland last week, which led to a reprimand from his boss.

Mbappe has three years left on his contract but is said to be considering his options after failing to win a major trophy in the last two seasons. Arsenal and Liverpool have shown interest in the past. If anyone wants to sign him, Real Madrid will not consider any offers below 200 million euros.

Arsenal eye Alvarez as Spurs battle to keep teenager

Arsenal are making moves of their own. They are preparing a fresh bid in January to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez. The Gunners are willing to offer either Viktor Gyokeres or Noni Madueke as part of the deal. Alvarez is seriously considering the move to London. Atletico will not let him join Barcelona, meaning he must return to England if he wants to leave.

Meanwhile, young Tottenham midfielder Luca Williams Barnett is attracting major interest. Manchester United, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Borussia Dortmund are all tracking the 18 year old. Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has described the player as a precious diamond and the club wants to extend his contract past 2028.

What it means for the next game

Real Madrid vs Villarreal (LaLiga, Sat, 10 Oct): Real Madrid win 69%, draw 17%, Villarreal win 14%; expected goals 2.73 to 1.19. Our safest pick: Real Madrid to win.

AS Roma vs Real Madrid (Champions League, Wed, 14 Oct): AS Roma win 34%, draw 25%, Real Madrid win 41%; expected goals 1.48 to 1.66. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.