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The kids who could make the big leap under Arbeloa
Arbeloa’s promotion brings renewed hope to Real Madrid’s academy, with La Fábrica expecting a stronger pathway to the first team and several Castilla talents, including Thiago Pitarch, Cestero, César Palacios and Manuel Ángel, poised to benefit.
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Talks between Malen and AS Roma over a winter transfer are progressing positively
The possible transfer of Donyell Malen to AS Roma has moved a step closer. The Aston Villa forward is open to an adventure in Serie A and, following an agreement between the two clubs, is in talks with the Italians.
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Atlético Madrid and Athletic Bilbao Also Through to the Copa del Rey Quarter-Finals
Atletico Madrid, Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad reached the Copa del Rey quarter-finals after contrasting victories, while Osasuna were eliminated on penalties in a dramatic round-of-16 night.