Real Madrid Confidencial Neither Rodri nor Vitinha: Xabi chooses the midfielder most similar to Modric and 13 years younger
The young midfielder Xabi Alonso wants to sign to cover Luka Modric's absence
Just like two seasons ago with Kroos, Real Madrid said goodbye to Luka Modric at the end of this campaign. This is a significant loss that has caused several rumors, putting Rodri or Vitinha on the club's radar. However, according to what we know at Defensa Central, the midfielder chosen by Xabi Alonso is Alexis Mac Allister.
Star and pillar of Arne Slot's Liverpool, the Argentine midfielder is favored by Xabi Alonso. His profile, above all, is what has caught the coach's attention, as he believes Mac Allister would fit perfectly into his system. While Real Madrid considers this transfer window closed, signing Mac Allister hasn't been ruled out.
Having succeeded both at Liverpool and with the Argentine national team, Mac Allister is a very complete player. Even so, given his high value, an offer this summer from Real Madrid is doubtful. The only way, for now, to sign the Argentine would be through the departure of another player.
A new leader for Real Madrid
At 26 years old, Alexis Mac Allister is one of the best midfielders in the entire Premier League. After showing his talent at Brighton, Liverpool secured his services in the summer of 2023. This was a more than successful move, with the Argentine being the clear leader and playmaker for Liverpool for the past two seasons.
With a contract until 2028, his departure this summer is unlikely to happen. In addition, his value of €100 million (100 million euros) according to Transfermarkt poses a problem. Despite these two factors, Xabi Alonso is determined to carry out the Argentine's transfer.
Ruling out options like Enzo Fernández is a clear sign of Xabi's desire for Mac Allister. For now, the coach sees it as possible to make this signing next summer. With a reduced value and a contract with fewer years, the summer of 2026 would be the perfect opportunity.
The desire for 2026
Accepting that Mac Allister probably won't arrive this summer, Xabi is preparing the squad for next season. A campaign where the coach will be waiting for next summer to begin negotiations for Mac Allister.
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