Football Evening: Premier League split over Man City probe as Real Madrid land wonderkid

In the latest football news, the Premier League is divided over demands for a second investigation into Manchester City. Meanwhile, Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign wonderkid JJ Gabriel, and Jose Mourinho prepares to rotate his squad ahead of the Champions League.

Premier League: Storm clouds gather over Manchester City

A number of English Premier League clubs are ramping up pressure to launch a second investigation into Manchester City's finances from 2018 onwards.

Previously, Manchester City were found guilty of 114 out of 115 financial breach charges spanning 2009-2018 and are currently in the process of appealing.

The league has also released its Matchday 8 KMI report, showing on-pitch refereeing accuracy stood at 88%, rising to 99% following VAR intervention.

La Liga: Real Madrid land wonderkid as Barcelona sweat over injury blow

Real Madrid have reached a verbal agreement to sign 16-year-old wonderkid JJ Gabriel from Manchester United in an £8.5 million deal on a three-year contract.

Barcelona are sweating over the fitness of holding midfielder Rodri, who picked up a hamstring injury during their 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, putting his availability against Atletico Madrid in serious doubt.

The upcoming blockbuster clash will be crucial in the title race, with table-toppers Barcelona (30 points) currently sitting just two points ahead of Atletico Madrid.

Champions League: Real Madrid and Liverpool eye perfect start

Manager Jose Mourinho has opted to rotate his Real Madrid squad for the clash against AEK Athens, resting Arda Guler and Aurelien Tchouameni to keep them fresh for La Liga duties.

Striker Kylian Mbappe is in devastating form with 15 goals in 14 appearances, ready to spearhead the attack for the Spanish giants.

Meanwhile, Jude Bellingham is poised to reach a milestone 60 appearances in the prestigious Champions League at a record-breaking age of 23 years and 128 days.