The announcement of Busquets upsets Spain, Xabi Alonso faces 4 major problems

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By: Manu Tournoux

Busquets announces his retirement

In a video posted on his social networks, the Spaniard announced to retire at the end of the season with Inter Miami. Information that upsets the Spanish press called farewell to a legend of football. The legendary number 5 of Barça said to feel ” Happy, proud and grateful When saying goodbye to the field. He thanked Barça, ” Club of his life “, As well as all his teammates and coaches, evoking” unique memories Which will remain engraved. Sergio Busquets will have marked by his ball class, his extraordinary tactical intelligence and his legendary trio with Xavi and Iniesta.

Xabi Alonso's puzzle

Xabi Alonso faces a big puzzle. For the Madrid derby tomorrow, the Spanish coach must widen his head to establish the best starting eleven. Between the return of Bellingham as relayed by AS and the satisfactory beginnings of Franco Mastantuono that Marca Highlights, Xabi Alonso no longer knows where to turn. A return to the eleven of English will have to push the Madrid coach to choose between Güler and Mastanuono on the right. And on the left, Xabi Alonso must decide between Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr.

William Saliba, faithful to Arsenal

The central defender is about to extend his contract in Arsenal despite a pronounced interest in Real Madrid. Recruited in 2019, the Gunner will consolidate his status as best paid defender of the workforce of Mikel Arteta. A good proof of confidence between the two parties that show the Gunners project is always ambitious. On the Spanish press side, this extension goes less well, it is a big blow for Real Madrid which will have to turn to other targets in this position.