Real Madrid — Best pictures!

As Real Madrid came out in force to rout FC Zurich 5:2 in their first group stage game in the Champions League last Tuesday, young Argentine up and coming star Gonzalo Higuain (pictured) held his ground among the star-studded midfield of the Merengues.

Real Madrid are reportedly in talks to purchase back the right to Esteban Granero, who has been at Getafe on loan. The 22-year-old midfielder, who is considered by many as one of the most talented young players to have been produced by Real in recent

Real Madrid would substantially strengthen their midfield if they succeed in signing Liverpool’s Xabi Alonso (pictured), as the Spaniard’s FTBL rating indicates.

Club Atletico Huracan’s young midfielder Javier Pastore (pictured) has captured the leadership in the FTBL top 23 of U-21 midfielders despite competition from more celebrated players from powerhouses such as Arsenal, Barcelona, and even Real Madrid.

Internazionale’s Argentine midfielder Esteban Cambiasso (pictured) earned a spot amongst the 3 best midfielders of the Italian Serie A after grabbing the winner in his side’s 3:0 trashing of Sienna on Sunday.