Real Madrid Weighs Alvaro Arbeloa's Future as Season Nears End

The latest transfer rumors and stories from Sunday’s newspapers reveal significant developments across various leagues. In the Premier League, following Coventry City's promotion, Frank Onyeka's loan from Brentford will transition to a permanent deal. Meanwhile, Kalvin Phillips, the often-overlooked star from Manchester City and England, has amassed an impressive £5 million through his image rights firm despite making only 46 appearances over the last four seasons, according to The Sun on Sunday. In European football, Real Madrid is set to evaluate Alvaro Arbeloa's future at the conclusion of the La Liga season, as reported by Marca. This decision could have significant implications for the club's defensive lineup moving forward. On another note, Lorient is reportedly considering Will Still, the former manager of Lens and Southampton, as a potential replacement for the departing Olivier Pantaloni, according to L'Équipe. In rugby union, the Exeter Chiefs are on the verge of being taken over by the billionaire owners of AFC Bournemouth, pending a vote by the club's members at an upcoming extraordinary general meeting (EGM) next month, as reported by The Sunday Times.
Source: Sky Sports - 2026-04-19