Isco to join Real Madrid

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According to Spanish reports, Malaga and Spain U21 star Isco will be joining Real Madrid this summer after the capital club and Malaga had reached an agreement over his signing.

AS newspaper suggested that the announcement of the five-year contract deal could come as early as next week, the transfer was sealed for a fee of 30 million euros with the possibility of Madrid loaning a player or two to Malaga as part of the deal. Isco was informed of the news by his father.

Zinedine Zidane, Real Madrid Director of Football, is believed to have insisted that president Florentino Perez makes the move to sign the Spanish young talent before any other club as Manchester City's new coach Manuel Pellegrini was very interested in signing his formal midfielder.

Manuel Pellegrini appointed Manchester City manager

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Manchester City have confirmed  that Manuel Pellegrini is the club's new manager on a three-year deal starting June 24th.

The Chilean will replace Roberto Mancini who was sacked on 13 May after losing the FA Cup final against Wigan, is considered a very experienced manager especially in the Champions League having guided Villarreal to the competition semi-finals and Malaga to the last eight.

Pellegrini  said about his appointment: “I am delighted to accept this hugely exciting opportunity. The Club has a clear vision for success both on and off the pitch and I am committed to making a significant contribution."

"Everything is in place for Manchester City to continue to be successful and I am excited to be able to work with such a talented squad, the Executive team and the Board to deliver for fans who are renowned for their steadfast support.”, he added.

Man City Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak also Commented on the appointment: "Manuel is a hugely experienced and successful manager with a proven track record."

Barcelona matches Madrid 100-point record

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Barcelona won their last Liga game against Malaga at home to equal Real Madrid record of reaching the 100-point mark which was set last season en route to winning the title.

Goals from Villa, Fàbregas and Montoya put the Catalan 3-0 up in the first 16 minutes and till the half-time whistle against Pellegrini's men in his farewell match. Iniesta added a fourth goal after 50 minutes while Morales pulls one back for Malaga six minutes later, which was the final action of the night as it ended 4-1 to  the champions.

With 85 points and five matches left in the Spanish Liga, Barcelona had to win them all, if they were going to equal the 100-point record which was the only motivation left for them as the league was technically over, and with tonight's win over Malaga, the job was perfectly done as they close out the League in style with five match winning streak.

Both teams were saying goodbyes, Barcelona for their french defender Eric Abidal who is leaving the club this summer and Malaga for their Manager Manuel Pellegrini who will be Manchester City new boss next season.

Pellegrini had verbal agreement with Manchester City

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Malaga boss Manuel Pellegrini confirmed that he have reached a verbal agreement with Manchester City to become their manager next season.

The announcement didn't came as a surprise as the Chilean was linked with the Citizens even before Roberto Mancini was sacked earlier this month.

Pellegrini told television channel Canal Sur: "I have a verbal agreement with them and I hope it will become official, but I have not signed a contract yet."

"I like challenges and I am very excited by Manchester City's project, I want to win titles and play attractive football. Playing better football will definitely increase your chances of winning."