🗞️ Real's first title, more on Barça's market... Thursday's fronts

🗞️ Real's first title, more on Barça's market... Thursday's fronts

The front pages of the sports press for this coming Thursday, August 13, are packed with football intensity, blending the latest summer tests with the hectic transfer market and international surprises on the bench.

Madrid lift the Teresa Herrera with flashes of Brahim brilliance

Both Marca and As lead their print editions with Real Madrid’s 0-1 win over Deportivo. Under the headlines "Brahim opens the trophy cabinet" (Marca) and "Stunner and trophy" (As), they highlight the Málaga-born forward’s lone goal after a quick transition started by Lunin with a throw.

Although the Madrid-based outlets point out that Mourinho’s side did not show their brightest version against a well-organized Dépor, the win serves to get their summer trophy tally up and running.

Red-hot transfer market and the Julián Álvarez mess

In the Catalan press, the transfer market takes center stage. Sport puts "Rodri close" on its front page, claiming that FC Barcelona have raised their offer to €60 million to complete the signing of the Manchester City holding midfielder.

Meanwhile, Mundo Deportivo runs with "Stalled" over the future of Julián Álvarez, reporting on a tense meeting with Simeone in which the striker insists on wearing blaugrana while the Atlético coach shuts the door on him.

Likewise, both newspapers highlight the international dugout bombshell: Xavi Hernández has become the new Netherlands head coach until 2030.

Tough times in Valencia and movement in Seville

In the regional press, Superdeporte leads with a blunt "Teruel outshine Valencia" after the ché side’s 0-1 defeat to a Primera RFEF opponent, reflecting the team’s doubts a week before the league season kicks off.

Lastly, Estadio Deportivo leads with "Same wedge", detailing Sevilla’s interest in Connor Barron (Rangers) to strengthen their midfield, while also following up on the offers received for Pablo García at Real Betis.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.