The first big decision that Xabi Alonso must make for the Real Madrid transfer window

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By: Manu Tournoux

A new era starts on the side of Real Madrid. The Merengues have already formalized the arrival of the one who is already carrying hopes and who arouses large expectations: Xabi Alonso. In addition to the arrival of a new tenant on the bench, the management also worked very quickly to enlist Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Alvaro Carreras and Nico Paz should follow. Angelo Stiller could for his part be the elected representative for the midfielder.

The Spanish press is unanimous: new heads are still expected in Madrid in the coming weeks and this transfer window is therefore particularly animated in the direction of arrivals. On the other hand, concerning departures, it does not really advance. Players considered intransferable do not seem in a hurry to leave, and want to convince Xabi Alonso that they can have a place in its workforce for this coming season.

Upcoming meeting

The former midfielder Merengue will also have to make a big decision concerning a star of the workforce. As indicated ASit is he who will have the last word concerning the future of Rodrygo Goes, author of a disappointing season and now considered transferable by the management of Real Madrid. Many English clubs toque at the door of the Madrid, but management does not want to take steering without taking into account the opinion of Xabi Alonso, which will therefore have to decide.

A meeting between the now former Bayer Leverkusen coach and the Brazilian striker will therefore take place in the coming days, and Alonso should notably reveal to the player formed in Santos the plans he has in store for him. With 6 goals and 5 assists in 30 Liga games, the one who was not retained during the first list of Carlo Ancelotti with Brazil is coveted by Arsenal and Chelsea, both loans to install 100 million euros on the table to offer his services. Business to follow …