Real Madrid to Decide Arbeloa Future

Alvaro Arbeloa standing on the touchline during a Real Madrid coaching session

Real Madrid will determine the managerial future of Alvaro Arbeloa at the conclusion of the current La Liga season, headlining Sunday’s major European transfer gossip.

The Spanish giants are taking their time to evaluate the former full-back’s coaching trajectory within the club’s youth setup.

Arbeloa, who won two Champions League titles during his playing days at the Bernabeu, currently commands a prominent role in the academy system.

Further developments in the capital are expected once the domestic campaign concludes in late May.

Coventry City secure permanent Onyeka deal

Elsewhere in the English game, Coventry City’s recent promotion to the Premier League has triggered a permanent transfer for Frank Onyeka.

The Nigerian international originally joined the newly promoted side on a temporary loan arrangement from Brentford.

Securing top-flight status means the combative midfield anchor will now end his long-term association with the West London outfit.

Still eyed for vacant Lorient job

Over in France, Lorient are actively considering Will Still as their next permanent manager.

The Ligue 1 club are seeking a suitable successor to replace the departing Olivier Pantaloni.

Still, who previously managed Lens and Reims, has built a formidable reputation as one of European football’s brightest young tactical minds.

Exeter Chiefs face billionaire takeover vote

Away from football, the rugby union landscape could shift dramatically next month with a proposed takeover of the Exeter Chiefs.

The billionaire owners of Premier League side AFC Bournemouth are reportedly orchestrating the lucrative acquisition.

A formal change of ownership remains subject to a pending vote by the Gallagher Premiership club’s members at an upcoming extraordinary general meeting.