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The 2 Spaniards Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid are missing, Florentino wants them

The two stars Florentino Pérez is looking to sign to complete Xabi Alonso's squad

This summer transfer window is set to bring several changes to Real Madrid's squad. After a season that fell short of expectations, Florentino Pérez has secured the transfers of Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold. These two players will help improve the current state of a defense that has faced several major problems.

However, Florentino Pérez isn't satisfied with these deals, seeking to finalize more in the coming weeks. With a clear intention to have more Spanish talent in the squad, Florentino has set his sights on two stars. The first of them is Martín Zubimendi, who has been on Real Madrid's radar for several months for the midfield.

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Martín Zubimendi in match | Didac Aguirre

The second is Álvaro Carreras, who, after an excellent season with Benfica, has shown his talent as a left-back. Although both deals will be complicated due to their value, Florentino is determined to succeed with these signings.

Xabi Alonso's squad

After Xabi Alonso's arrival as coach, Real Madrid was prepared to undergo several changes. Fully aware of the squad's needs, Florentino has worked hard to provide Xabi with a club full of talent. Even though the signings made are important, Florentino knows the club can improve much more.

After a poor performance from Ferland Mendy and Fran García, the left-back position needs to be reinforced. Álvaro Carreras, 22 years old, is Madrid's chosen one, although Benfica has demanded the payment of his release clause, which is €50 million.

A player in Benfica's red uniform during a match.
Álvaro Carreras | Didac Aguirre

Meanwhile, the midfield has lost strength after Toni Kroos's retirement and Luka Modric's farewell. Martín Zubimendi is the strongest option to strengthen this position, although his value of €60 million raises some doubts at Real Madrid.

Florentino Pérez's signings

Despite the value of both players, Florentino Pérez is willing to do whatever it takes to strengthen Real Madrid. Although the values of Carreras and Zubimendi are high, Florentino has plenty of time to negotiate the transfers of the Spaniards.

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