GOAL reported that a study cited from Marca reordered 69 Ballon d'Or editions by cumulative points, with Cristiano Ronaldo first and Real Madrid top among clubs.
Liverpool defender Ronald Araujo said he reached a “breaking point” during a battle with depression and felt he needed to take a step back.
TEAMtalk reported that Premier League clubs and others are monitoring Bayern teenager Lennart Karl after public criticism from Uli Hoeness.
Xabi Alonso said his Real Madrid dismissal came too early and explained why he chose Chelsea after taking time off.
Chelsea started the Premier League weekend in fourth and face Tottenham on 24 October, with internal awareness that more work is still needed.
Sports Illustrated's transfer-rumor roundup gathered reported interest and possible moves involving Chelsea, Arsenal, Barcelona, Real Madrid and others.
Joaquin Seys said he is focused on Club Brugge, Diego Leon's agent raised a possible January loan, and Antonio Conte denied advanced talks.
TEAMtalk reported that Chelsea and Liverpool are interested in Benfica right-back Daniel Banjaqui, with the race still at an early scouting stage.
