Uncertainty surrounds La Liga’s big two as Atletico look to smash duopoly

La Liga returns this weekend with a transitional feeling in the Spanish air, writes Dermot Corrigan

Two men, in particular, will be missed more than most. Real Madrid’s record goalscorer Ronaldo’s €100m exit to Juventus in July followed coach Zinedine Zidane surprise departure following a domestic campaign which ended with Barcelona strolling to glory by 17 points.