#xabi-alonso

#xabi-alonso

Florian Wirtz's move to Liverpool was billed as a major statement of intent, a top young talent recruited to add creativity to the team. Yet, less than ideal early returns in the Premier League have opened a window for speculation, and reports out of Spain suggest Xabi Alonso is quietly monitoring Wirtz's situation, according to Defensa Central. Wirtz arrived at Anfield with a reputation forged at Bayer Leverkusen, a technically gifted playmaker who thrived under Xabi Alonso's coaching at the Werkself, helping deliver domestic silverware and a deep European run.

Follow the build-up, analysis, and live text commentary of the game as Atletico host bitter rivals Real Madrid.

Xabi Alonso expressed his concerns regarding the scheduling of Real Madrid's match against Osasuna, emphasizing the players' health and well-being due to insufficient recovery time after the Club World Cup.

Gonzalo García is close to signing a contract that promotes him to a first-team player at Real Madrid, following his impactful performances in the Club World Cup.

"He knows what he wants from the team and has won titles already. He knows what he is doing."

Enzo Fernandez, who joined Chelsea for a club-record fee of 107 million, is reportedly open to a move to Real Madrid, with the club looking to bolster their midfield following the departures of Toni Kroos and Luka Modric.