Real Madrid Confidencial Xabi Alonso makes a decision between Arnold and Carvajal, he has informed both of them
He already knows who will be a starter at the beginning of La Liga
With the signings they've made at Real Madrid, they hope to have raised the squad's level. They've strengthened the positions they believed were the weakest, such as right back. Now Xabi Alonso has two top-level players for that position.
That competition will force the Tolosa native to make important decisions every time he sets a line-up. Both are starting players, but there will only be room for one in the starting eleven. However, it seems Xabi Alonso has already made a decision regarding Arnold and Carvajal.
According to information published by AS, Trent will be the starting right back next season. At least that's the idea Xabi Alonso will have at the start of the season, although everything could change. He'll manage Carvajal's minutes, but he'll also be very important.
At Defensa Central, we've learned that he has already communicated his decision to both of them. Xabi is taking advantage of this vacation before the return to preseason training. He knows there are several positions where several footballers can play and do so at a high level.
Carvajal needs time to be ready for Real Madrid
It's true that Carvajal already trained with the team in the United States and played a few minutes in the World Cup. However, it's important to keep in mind that he has been away from the field for many months. That becomes evident when he's required to give his maximum in a match.
Xabi wants the Madrid-born right back to gradually get back into competitive rhythm by getting minutes. That's why his participation will be essential, but not as an undisputed starter. However, we could see him start in some matches that aren't of the highest demand.
As the months go by, depending on both players' performances, that will be decisive for Xabi Alonso. Depending on how they are, he'll make a decision for the most important matches they face. Over the course of a season, many things can happen, and at any given moment, one or the other could be in better form.
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