La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2025/26

[promise444c5]

Jude Bellingham successfully completed his shoulder surgery and he will be out for almost 3 months.

https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1945510531638395174

It seems like every week Real Madrid is showing that we shouldn't expect anything big next season. I don't know why the hell he didn't have surgery in May, because if he had had surgery in May, then next month he would have been cured and would at least only miss the first 3 or 4 games, but then he would have returned to play.

Things could be surprising though but fr wasn’t expecting such a key player to be out for a while at the Beginning of a season, not too long though just 3 nothing to worry about too much although those 4 games points could leave a gap if missed.
Why didn’t he have surgery in may? Isn’t that obvious that it’s because of the club world cube (sadly they got knocked out , the mieldfield needs him to perform better.. imo the club needs some new midfielders(said same while replying someone yesterday ) and I don’t think papa Perez is even looking into that

[Minor Miner]

I doubt if Real Madrid can wait for that long for him to adapt to that change and be able to hold the midfield position for them as excellently as Modric and Kroos did when they were still playing for Real Madrid. Arda Güler is not a bad player or incapable of handling that position well, this he needs more time to adapt and develop himself in that position. Real Madrid need to come starting the new season with full force, so all players in all positions in the team have to show their best form and technique to be able to make Real Madrid achieve the goals of them next season.

Losing two experienced players like Modrich and Toni Kroos has created a void in Madrid's midfield. At the same time , due to injuries to Madrid's defenders in the last season , we saw an vulnerability in the entire  squad. The defense was weak, the midfielders. performance was irregular. Because of these reasons , Madrid's overall performance was unstable. And Madrid could not win a single title.

Alonso may use Arda Guler as a replacement for Luka Modrich. But Guler cannot be a worthy replacement for Luka modrich. At the same time, Bellingham's style of play is  completely different. madrid is now busy stabilizing their defense. But I wonder how Madrid will fill the void of Luka Modrich. There is a possibility that Madrid will see an unstable  midfield next season

[$weetne$$]

Alonso wants a stronger and more complete squad, as there's no guarantee that any player will be injury-free next season. Therefore, Alonso must strive to retain Vazquez, as he is a reliable defensive player, which could also benefit Madrid if other players in the defense are unwell. And if Madrid can't retain Vazquez, they should at least find a more suitable replacement, whether that means bringing in an external player or training the current players.

Building the squad before the new season kicks off is mostly what Alonso seem to be doing at this point,  apart from injury,  fatigue is another reason these players will need a substitutes at some point because been fatigue can make these players even prone to injury because they will not be at their best when they are fatigued and underperform to the point they could risk been injured on the field of play. Madrid has a good defence even with the absence of vazquez only that it will affect them a while but they can get someone to fit in real quick because they have it.

[Agbe]

Alonso wants a stronger and more complete squad, as there's no guarantee that any player will be injury-free next season. Therefore, Alonso must strive to retain Vazquez, as he is a reliable defensive player, which could also benefit Madrid if other players in the defense are unwell. And if Madrid can't retain Vazquez, they should at least find a more suitable replacement, whether that means bringing in an external player or training the current players.

Building the squad before the new season kicks off is mostly what Alonso seem to be doing at this point,  apart from injury,  fatigue is another reason these players will need a substitutes at some point because been fatigue can make these players even prone to injury because they will not be at their best when they are fatigued and underperform to the point they could risk been injured on the field of play. Madrid has a good defence even with the absence of vazquez only that it will affect them a while but they can get someone to fit in real quick because they have it.

Getting back up players that will be coming in as substitute and playing in cup games is one thing that is important because he should not be using thesame player as doing so will be putting the players at risk and will not be good for the competitiveness of the club

[baeva]

Lucas Vazquez is not a main player for Real Madrid and if Carvajal not got the injury Vazquez only played as subsutition player but Vazquez never complaining about this condition and showing his loyality for Real Madrid and playing for this team for 10 years which i think he can be considered as the legend but for right back Real Madrid has TAA and Carvajal who possibly will be fully recover from his injury so it's time for Vazquez to leave the team because i think Alonso won't played him regularly

Alonso wants a stronger and more complete squad, as there's no guarantee that any player will be injury-free next season. Therefore, Alonso must strive to retain Vazquez, as he is a reliable defensive player, which could also benefit Madrid if other players in the defense are unwell. And if Madrid can't retain Vazquez, they should at least find a more suitable replacement, whether that means bringing in an external player or training the current players.

There is still time to buy some player before the end of the transfer window, I am sure Real Madrid will not stop and will sign someone else, especially considering the sad experience of last season when they had to cope with a lot of injured players. Now if they have a high quality replacement - they can compete well during the season. Overall, they can compete for trophies with this approach

[ndutndut]

I've seen reports that Arda Güler will be the new brains of midfield. If Real Madrid can adapt to this position, Arda has a truly excellent vision. After Kroos, they haven't been able to make the necessary signings in that area. This was their biggest shortcoming last year. This year, with Luka Modrić gone, the area has been completely empty. I think the Spanish manager has Arda Güler in mind for that position. If Arda Güler can hold his own in that position, it would be a great move for Real Madrid. Arda just needs to strengthen his defense a bit more.

Looking at the tactics and player placement in recent matches, I think Xabi is better than Ancelotti at utilizing the potential of his players. There were several players who were underutilized during Ancelotti's era, but under Xabi, their performance has improved, such as Arda, Fran, and Gonzalo. I mean, roles like Modric and Toni Kroos could be quickly replaced under Xabi.

I think Xabi Alonso has many options; he can bring a new style of play to Madrid by boldly deploying young players. We can see this in the last few matches, especially in terms of transitions. His transition has been very impressive so far, from his initial back four to a back three, and when pressed, he immediately becomes a back five. Furthermore, he can utilize Valverde's role as a versatile player who can play in any position when needed. So, Xabi has options for the positions vacated by Modric and Toni.

[EFS]

Lamine Yamal is the new owner of the number 10 at FC Barcelona. I'm very happy for him, he deserved it. Barca's decision to give number 10 jersey to Ansu Fati was wrong. Fati was perhaps the biggest flop in the history of La Masia. Luckily they sent him to Monaco. Yamal will carry the number 10 very well.
This iconic jersey is a legacy of Maradona, Romario, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho and Messi. We'll finally get to see a real superstar wearing it again.

[Nheer]

Lamine Yamal is the new owner of the number 10 at FC Barcelona. I'm very happy for him, he deserved it. Barca's decision to give number 10 jersey to Ansu Fati was wrong. Fati was perhaps the biggest flop in the history of La Masia. Luckily they sent him to Monaco. Yamal will carry the number 10 very well.
This iconic jersey is a legacy of Maradona, Romario, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho and Messi. We'll finally get to see a real superstar wearing it again.

Congratulations to Yamal no one is more deserving. His performance last season was really impressive he showed he worthy to inherit the legendary number and I believe he will not disappoint.

When I see people talk about Ansu Fati this way I really feel sorry for him, I know he didn't meet up to expectations but he was a very talented player with ambitions but injury didn't let him reach his full potential. The kind of injury he got was a career threatening one and I knew he wouldn't be able to perform well again even if he recovers. The same thing happened to Chaley Musonda of Chelsea.
So let's not forget the challenges he faced at a very young age that is why I can't blame him for what happened, he once brought smile on the face of Barca fans.

I believe Yamal can do even better than him but let's just hope and pray he doesn't experience such injuries too.

[Oluwa-btc]

Lamine Yamal is the new owner of the number 10 at FC Barcelona. I'm very happy for him, he deserved it. Barca's decision to give number 10 jersey to Ansu Fati was wrong. Fati was perhaps the biggest flop in the history of La Masia. Luckily they sent him to Monaco. Yamal will carry the number 10 very well.
This iconic jersey is a legacy of Maradona, Romario, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho and Messi. We'll finally get to see a real superstar wearing it again.

Lamine Yamal has every room for improvement, just like other players and legends who have won that jersey,  I hope he carries the jersey with pride and play to the satisfaction of the fans. The decision seems like one that came with a rush or something. It's all about Yamal now, I have no negative words for Fati. He was also creative and made for success but injuries happened to such a brilliant player. Props to Lamine Yamal, he better be consistent and gives us a good show.

[Alpha Marine]

Real Madrid made a very wrong decision by retiring Kroos early. I think the German player could still have performed at a high level last year. Furthermore, no one could fill the space he left last year. Valverde tried to move into that area but couldn't replicate his impact. While Arda is a very good and talented player, considering he primarily plays as a winger, he will struggle defensively. He's also not as physically fit as the German player. You need to take on a combative role in that area.

When a player wants to retire there's nothing the club can do. They can't force him and they couldn't convince him to continue playing so they have to respect his wish. The mistake Madrid made was not getting a replacement. Somehow they flt the players they had could replace him easily and do what he does but they were wrong. There is no single player I Madrid that can do what Kroos does. Arder Guler can do what Modric does not to Modric's level.
These are the two profiles they've been missing since. They have midfielders who can win balls, but they don't have midfielders who can control the game and distribute the ball, and it doesn't seem like they will sign any this summer. So its up to Alonso to find a way to adapt and work magic with the players he has or they will have a bad season.

[TelolettOm]

Congratulations to Yamal no one is more deserving. His performance last season was really impressive he showed he worthy to inherit the legendary number and I believe he will not disappoint.

Congratulations, the number 10 shirt at Barcelona finally has its owner again. Lamine Yamal was awarded the number 10 when he signed a new contract extension until 2031. The contract is quite long, at least for the next six years, with the option of an extension. At that time, he also immediately received his new number 10 jersey from Joan Laporta.

However, on the other hand, by receiving the number 10, which carries such a high weight, Yamal also carries a high responsibility for the number, but it is said that this has actually increased his enthusiasm even more.

Source: Lamine Yamal is the FC Barcelona No.10

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

Lamine Yamal has every room for improvement, just like other players and legends who have won that jersey,  I hope he carries the jersey with pride and play to the satisfaction of the fans. The decision seems like one that came with a rush or something. It's all about Yamal now, I have no negative words for Fati. He was also creative and made for success but injuries happened to such a brilliant player. Props to Lamine Yamal, he better be consistent and gives us a good show.

As long as he maintains discipline and doesn't pursue outside interests that could ruin his career, Lamine Yamal is currently facing several demands after his birthday party. He is a talented player and at a relatively young age has already achieved several individual achievements. Without discipline, his career could end worse than some of the more famous players who came before him. He must think more wisely and not focus too much on things that could ruin his career, because when he becomes a great player, there are many things he must avoid to avoid problems

[CryptoYar]

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Yes Lamine Yamal is getting number 10 jersey for FC Barcelona and it is easy to see why it is so important. That number has huge history worn by football greats like Maradona, Romario, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho and Messi, making it truly special part of Barcelona. I also believe club made right choice this time especially after Ansu Fati had it. Many fans care much about who wears such famous shirt and I also hope Yamal will live up to its past and be true superstar in it.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Maybe we don't know everything. I also read that Williams wanted a guarantee of a place in the team, but Flick did not want to agree to that, and I can understand him. The issue was that Williams plays in the same position as Raphinha, and he is worried he might be left without playing time. Though to me it seems unlikely, because there is no point in buying a player like that just to leave him on the bench. But if for the second season in a row they cannot reach an agreement with him, then they should forget about him. There are other players available.

You're right, and Raphinha is in very good form For Nico Williams, the fact that he stayed at Atletic is because he feels better there, and they give him much more security there, and if they were going to put him in Barcelona to put him in for the 70th minute or something like that, well, for him it's not worth it, and another position doesn't suit him. Barcelona has to look for another player, but for another position

[sana54210]

When a player wants to retire there's nothing the club can do. They can't force him and they couldn't convince him to continue playing so they have to respect his wish. The mistake Madrid made was not getting a replacement. Somehow they flt the players they had could replace him easily and do what he does but they were wrong. There is no single player I Madrid that can do what Kroos does. Arder Guler can do what Modric does not to Modric's level.
These are the two profiles they've been missing since. They have midfielders who can win balls, but they don't have midfielders who can control the game and distribute the ball, and it doesn't seem like they will sign any this summer. So its up to Alonso to find a way to adapt and work magic with the players he has or they will have a bad season.

Here few things are very important having replacement of legendary place quickly is never been easy for any club even currently Real Madrid have few top quality young players those can give their best in coming season but still things could be not on level like Kroos and Modric which were authority into their spots.

Arder Guller is good player, but he needs more time for having his best and bringing good performer for his club while now as top players already gone his performance could be important for Real Madrid in coming season because challenges are ahead, and he surely needs to be play like mature player. Xabi Alonso is having Guller into his strategy which is good but still they need few players in midfield those can give them good performance in top events which things could be not easy for anyone.

[Mayor of ogba]

Flick said something like Ter Stegen is not the number one goalkeeper for his team Barcelona and now Galatassry has submitted a proposal to him for a four years deal and this deal comes with a better salary structure for him than his currently receiving in Barcelona but on the condition that he joins on a free transfer. I really don't know much about Barcelona because I'm not really following the team, so I don't know if his contract is expiring this summer that they want him for free.

Ter Stegen used to be a good goalkeeper for Barcelona, and I used to admire his work at Barcelona when he was in Barcelona's starting eleven, but I am just surprised how easily Flick wants to part ways with Ter Stegen at Barcelona. Ter Stegen's contract with Barcelona runs out in 2028, but he's demanding that Barcelona pay him off so that he can leave the club; that's why Galatasaray wants him to join them on a free transfer.

[ancafe]

You're right, and Raphinha is in very good form For Nico Williams, the fact that he stayed at Atletic is because he feels better there, and they give him much more security there, and if they were going to put him in Barcelona to put him in for the 70th minute or something like that, well, for him it's not worth it, and another position doesn't suit him. Barcelona has to look for another player, but for another position

But I'm not sure if Barcelona can make the transfer happen. Nico Williams would be better off staying at Atletico than moving to Barcelona. We know a player hopes to achieve the best career by successfully bringing titles to the club, and at Barcelona, he might be able to achieve that compared to staying at Atletico. Playing in the first team with the quality that Nico Williams possesses shouldn't be difficult, because even if there are players in that position, Nico Williams can achieve it.

But the decision has been made, and staying at Atletico is the rational choice for him because Barcelona itself doesn't have the ability to sign him. Rather than speculate and only get less playing time, it's better to stay than to leave.

[doomloop]

Raphinha is in very good form For Nico Williams, the fact that he stayed at Atletic is because he feels better there, and they give him much more security there, and if they were going to put him in Barcelona to put him in for the 70th minute or something like that, well, for him it's not worth it, and another position doesn't suit him. Barcelona has to look for another player, but for another position

Different views about Nico Williams extension with Athletic Bilbao mostly are clearly indicating Barcelona not able to give money once which is main reason but as things are coming maybe Hansi Flick also fail to give guaranteed place for him in first eleven.

He is a good player, and he wants more playing minutes which are not possible at Barcelona so keeping his current place at current club is looking much better instead of going to Barcelona but now this summers biggest saga is ended and players going to start their long season in one month. Raphinha is surely going to be happy with this as now he can give his best with Yamal for another season which can change is fortune as well because he is also good player with good skills.

[Furious 7]

Lamine Yamal is the new owner of the number 10 at FC Barcelona. I'm very happy for him, he deserved it. Barca's decision to give number 10 jersey to Ansu Fati was wrong. Fati was perhaps the biggest flop in the history of La Masia. Luckily they sent him to Monaco. Yamal will carry the number 10 very well.
This iconic jersey is a legacy of Maradona, Romario, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho and Messi. We'll finally get to see a real superstar wearing it again.

Hopefully this expectation will still be in line with what he does later when he bears the jersey number 10 because previously Ansu Fati also had the same thing where the great expectations of this player were clearly very visible, it's just that ongoing injury problems made his performance deteriorate over time.

Currently Lamine inherited this number, and it is indeed quite appropriate with his current performance but indeed for now I think someone should give advice so that his lifestyle is maintained, it is true that on the field he is still very good but the rumors off the field are clearly not very good for a young player.

If in the end this condition is true and he doesn't live a good life then no matter how good his career is at the moment I think he will be destroyed slowly, so it's a shame if that happens especially since this player's progress is quite good now.

[Hvdv]

Maybe we don't know everything. I also read that Williams wanted a guarantee of a place in the team, but Flick did not want to agree to that, and I can understand him. The issue was that Williams plays in the same position as Raphinha, and he is worried he might be left without playing time. Though to me it seems unlikely, because there is no point in buying a player like that just to leave him on the bench. But if for the second season in a row they cannot reach an agreement with him, then they should forget about him. There are other players available.

You're right, and Raphinha is in very good form For Nico Williams, the fact that he stayed at Atletic is because he feels better there, and they give him much more security there, and if they were going to put him in Barcelona to put him in for the 70th minute or something like that, well, for him it's not worth it, and another position doesn't suit him. Barcelona has to look for another player, but for another position

Perhaps the absence of Nico Williams' transfer is a good thing for Barcelona. Raphinha is in really good form right now and has had a very good season. He could perform similarly next year. On the other hand, with their young star player Yamal, they've started using both wings in a very dangerous way. I don't think Barcelona currently has much of a shortcoming in that area; they could have done without Nico.