Barcelona midfielder Pedri has revealed that winning the Ballon d’Or is a goal he dreams of achieving in the future.

Speaking ahead of Barcelona’s UEFA Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan, Pedri pointed to Manchester City’s Rodri as an example, noting that midfielders who control the game now have a chance at winning the prestigious award.

While he acknowledged his ambition, Pedri stressed that his focus remains on helping Barcelona succeed as a team. “Winning the Ballon d’Or has always been my dream,” he said. “But right now, I’m focused on helping the team win three titles. That’s the most important thing.”

Pedri, who played a key role in Barcelona’s recent Copa del Rey win over Real Madrid, added that after the season concludes, he’ll reassess and see if it’s the right time to think about individual honors. With Barcelona fighting for the La Liga title and a Champions League semifinal spot, the young midfielder’s focus is squarely on the team’s goals.

Real Madrid legend Raul has addressed the ongoing speculation about him possibly taking over from Carlo Ancelotti as the club’s next head coach.

With questions surrounding Ancelotti’s future at the Bernabeu, reports have suggested that the Italian tactician might part ways with the club at the end of the season. He’s also been strongly linked to the Brazil national team job, especially as his current deal with Real Madrid is set to expire in 2026.

Raul, who currently manages Real Madrid Castilla and has been in that role since 2019, responded calmly when asked about the situation. He made it clear that he’s not letting the rumours distract him.

“I’m happy where I am,” Raul said. “This is where I want to be. When the time comes, and the club decides on anything—if they do—we’ll talk about it. But right now, the focus is on staying calm.”

He emphasized the importance of focusing on the present, as the season is nearing its final stretch and there’s still a lot on the line. Raul added that discussions about his future or any big decisions will come later, stressing that he’s completely at ease for now.

The former striker is one of the most iconic figures in the club’s history, having played 16 seasons in Madrid’s first team. He made 741 appearances, scored 323 goals, and provided 135 assists during his career with the Spanish giants.

Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino has revealed he would choose Bukayo Saka over Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior right now.

Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League clash with PSG, Cascarino praised Saka for his rapid development, work rate, and impact on games, saying those are the qualities he finds lacking in Kylian Mbappe.

“Saka has grown massively as a player,” Cascarino said. “His hunger and effort on the pitch are outstanding. That’s exactly what I feel Mbappe doesn’t show enough of.”

He also suggested that Vinicius has not been at his best lately, possibly due to the pressure brought on by Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Madrid. Cascarino believes this shift has also affected Rodrygo, another young Madrid talent.

“Saka works tirelessly, he troubles defenders constantly, and was a key reason Arsenal advanced,” he added. “Considering he’s just returned from a serious injury, it’s even more impressive. If I had to choose between Vinicius and Saka right now, I’d go with Saka.”