Real Madrid Confidencial Says goodbye to Real Madrid to play in the Premier League, Xabi Alonso disappointed
He is left without his signing even though he was one of his favorites
Since his arrival at Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso brought up a series of players he wanted to sign. Thinking about the positions that needed to be strengthened, he indicated which ones he thought were the best. However, he hasn't achieved all his goals despite having insisted to the board.
That happened with Zubimendi, who was his request for the midfield but ended up at Arsenal. Piero Hincapié, the defender Xabi had requested from the board, will also head in that direction. However, his signing didn't end up happening and now he already has a new destination.
Now various sources indicate that Hincapié is very close to ending up in the Premier League. He has several offers from England that excite him, and he is trying to finalize his transfer. Although Bayer Leverkusen refuses to sell him since he is a key piece for its defense.
What does seem clear is that the Ecuadorian center-back won't end up joining Real Madrid. Even though Xabi Alonso was longing for it, since he was a player he liked a lot. However, Real Madrid have decided not to go after him; they have other priorities in the market.
Real Madrid prefers to sign another center-back
Real Madrid entered the transfer market knowing they needed to strengthen the defense. Not only the full-backs, with the arrivals of Trent and Álvaro Carreras, but also the center-back position. It had caused too many headaches in recent years and they have wanted to solve it.
That's why the first signing they officially announced was Dean Huijsen for the center of the defense. The Spanish international has arrived to be an important player also in the long term. It is a financial effort thinking that he will be a strategic footballer for Real Madrid.
Looking ahead to next season, the chosen one is Konaté, whom they want to bring in for free. Although he is 3 years older than Hincapié, they see him as a better player and a better deal since his contract is ending. He has more quality, a lot of experience, and guarantees you good years at the white house.
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