Sergio Ramos unveils tattoos of Champions League and World Cup trophies

Sergio Ramos has celebrated his success with club and country by having tattoos of the Champions League trophy and the World Cup inked on his calves. The Real Madrid centre-back posted pictures of the works of art on Twitter, along with the message: ‘As promised..!! The Champions in our skin (@RodrigoGalvez81) and heart. Now the World Cup. Let's go..!!’ Ramos also posted a picture of his tattooist Rodrigo Galvez Miras. Works of art: Ramos is one of the most decorated players in Spain, in every sense! Ramos scored the crucial late equalising goal that took last week’s Champions League final against Atletico into extra time, during which Real scored three goals to claim the famous trophy. The 28-year-old is part of a Spain side looking to defend their 2010 World Cup...

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Benzema blow for Arsenal as striker says he feels 'at home' at Madrid

Arsenal look doomed to failure in their bid to lure Karim Benzema to North London after the striker revealed he feels ‘at home’ at Real Madrid. Gunners' boss Arsene Wenger has been chasing the French international and had hoped he could convince him to make the switch from the Spanish capital. The 26-year-old striker signed for Real in 2009 from Lyon and has scored an impressive 111 goals in 235 games. At home: Karim Benzema says he is happy at Real Madrid and is not pushing for a move away Lure: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger had hoped to bring the 26-year-old Frenchman to the Emirates Clinical: Benzema has scored 111 goals in 235 goals for Madrid, including against Real Betis in La Liga (centre) Spanish giants Real have...

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Mario Mandzukic, Karim Benzema, Cesc Fabregas and the other stars Wenger hopes to help Arsenal win Premier League

His future secured by a new three-year contract worth £8m a season and his transfer coffers boosted by £100m, Arsene Wenger will now begin the process of building another successful Arsenal side. The Frenchman, who will complete two decades in charge of the north London club if he sees out his new contract, has already drawn up a shortlist of summer targets. Wenger sees this month’s FA Cup triumph as only the beginning and the club’s hierarchy have backed him to build another all-conquering Arsenal side. He will prioritise three key areas to strengthen - right-back, central midfield and up front - and here’s our lowdown on the potential recruits. Ready to splash the cash? Arsene Wenger has plenty of money to play with at Arsenal this summer Calum...

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Rickie Lambert close to completing £4m Liverpool move after undergoing medical on Merseyside

Southampton and England striker Rickie Lambert appears a step closer to completing a move to Liverpool after undergoing a medical on Merseyside. The Anfield club are understood to have agreed a £4million deal for the 32-year-old, who was once on their books as an academy player. Liverpool are thought to be keen to complete a deal before Lambert heads to England's pre-World Cup training camp in the United States on Sunday. Lambert told Sky Sports News: 'The medical went well but as you know I can't say anything. 'I'll speak properly about it, hopefully, very shortly. 'It's been a crazy football year to be honest, the way it's carrying on.' Lambert arrived at Manchester airport after completing his medical with Liverpool Flying high: Lambert spoke...

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Rita Ora ditches her bright outfits for a black minidress... but adds bite to her look with snakeskin cowboy boots

She's used to stepping out wearing an array of bright and unusual outfits. But Rita Ora ditched the wacky ensembles for a plain black minidress as she stepped out in Hollywood on Friday. The star looked to have dressed to impress for business as she was seen heading to a recording studio in California.  R.I.P to the colour: Rita Ora ditched the wacky ensembles for a plain black minidress as she stepped out in Hollywood on Friday Fun in the sun: The star looked to have dressed to impress for business as she was seen heading to a recording studio in California She teamed her look with another black accessory in the shape of a backwards baseball cap. And while her clothing had a plain theme to it, she added some bite to her look courtesy of a pair of...

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Liverpool make final £25m Lallana bid as Lambert arrives for medical

The Reds are keen to wrap up a deal as soon as possible and have told the Saints that they will not make a bigger offer, while team-mate Lambert should complete his move shortly Liverpool have made a final £25 million bid for Southampton forward Adam Lallana.The Reds are keen to tie up a deal as soon as possible and are adamant that they will not return with more money should the Saints knock back their latest approach.Tottenham are also in the race to sign Lallana but it is the Merseysiders who have shown concrete interest with two formal bids.The first, worth around £20m, was made on the final weekend of the Premier League season but was rejected by the Saints.The south-coast club are holding out for nearer to £30m for the England man, but Liverpool will test that resolve by...

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Cristian Rodriguez- Liverpool talisman, Luiz Suarez better than Cristiano Ronaldo an Lionel Messi

Cristian Rodriguez insists that his Uruguay team-mate is unparalleled in modern football and thinks the Liverpool star's "rebel" attitude on the pitch is brilliant Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are not at the same level as Luis Suarez, according to loyal Uruguay team-mate Cristian Rodriguez. The Liverpool striker underwent a knee operation earlier in May and is a doubt to be fit in time for the World Cup, which kicks off in under two weeks, although senior Uruguay figures insist he will play in the tournament.Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona's Lionel Messi are widely considered to be the best players on the planet, but Atletico Madrid midfielder Rodriguez contests the status quo and claims Suarez is the cream of the crop."Suarez is the best player in the world,"...

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Lampard would have 'no regrets' if his Chelsea career ends this summer

Frank Lampard is preparing himself to leave Chelsea, even if Jose Mourinho wants to keep the midfielder. The 35-year-old's future remains uncertain and he could end a 13-year association with the club. If he does end up departing, Lampard insists he will have no regrets. Uncertain future: Frank Lampard (right) is unsure what will happen when his Chelsea deal expires Legend: Lampard has smashed 211 goals during his time at Chelsea since a move from West Ham 'I don’t know if I’ll be at Chelsea next season,' Lampard told Red magazine. 'I’d like to carry on for two or three more years but it would be good to end on a high. 'So if that means it all ends tomorrow, I wouldn’t have any regrets.' The former West Ham midfielder will be used sparingly...

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Aguero would 'love to go to Barcelona', says City star's father as Spanish giants 'make £31m bid'

Sergio Aguero's father has revealed that the Manchester City striker 'would love to go to Barcelona' amid Spanish media reports that the Catalans have launched a £31million bid. Barcelona hope to tie up a deal for the 47-cap Argentina international and know that their opening offer is likely to be rebuffed outright by City. But new Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique is a keen admirer of Aguero and he will insist that the Catalans return with a higher bid if a deal could potentially be struck, according to Spanish website Sport. Passion: Sergio Aguero's father claims he would 'love' to go to Barcelona amid reports of a £31m bid Keen: New Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique is an admirer of Aguero and is driving the Catalans' bid Aguero, ...

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Aguero would 'love to go to Barcelona', says City star's father as Spanish giants 'make £31m bid'

Sergio Aguero's father has revealed that the Manchester City striker 'would love to go to Barcelona' amid Spanish media reports that the Catalans have launched a £31million bid. Barcelona hope to tie up a deal for the 47-cap Argentina international and know that their opening offer is likely to be rebuffed outright by City. But new Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique is a keen admirer of Aguero and he will insist that the Catalans return with a higher bid if a deal could potentially be struck, according to Spanish website Sport. Passion: Sergio Aguero's father claims he would 'love' to go to Barcelona amid reports of a £31m bid Keen: New Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique is an admirer of Aguero and is driving the Catalans' bid Aguero, ...

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Liverpool whisk Lambert away from prying eyes (but club doctor is spotted arriving at hospital) after striker arrives to seal £4m move from Southampton

Rickie Lambert has arrived in Liverpool for his medical ahead of a £4million move to Merseyside. The Southampton striker, who was an unused substitute during England's 3-0 win against Peru on Friday night, was released by the Reds when he was just 15. Now Lambert looks set to link-up with Brendan Rodgers' side, should he complete routine tests without hiccup. On his way: Rickie Lambert (left, next to Adam Lallana) has arrived at Liverpool for his medical Smoke and mirrors: Liverpool were very protective of their prospective new signing on Saturday morning On arrival: The club's doctor Zaf Iqbal was pictured leaving Liverpool Spire Hospital after the medical checks Hotshot: Lambert has been Southampton's...

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