Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso and Champions League
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Real Madrid’s commitment to youth development continues to pay dividends, and the latest example has already begun to resonate far beyond Valdebebas. According to a recent update shared by
Arsenal have been linked with a move for Real Madrid defender Victor Valdepenas. The 19-year-old was handed his first team debut by Xabi Alonso during Madrid’s 2-1 win over Alaves at the weekend, and is reportedly on Arsenal’s radar ahead of a potential transfer next summer.
Arsenal continue to lead the Premier League by two points with a trip to the Hill Dickinson Stadium up next for the title challengers
As Saliba approached the conclusion of the contract he first signed back in 2019, talk of a rival bid from Real Madrid was rife. Arsenal’s No. 2 eventually quashed those rumours by signing a long-term contract extension with the Gunners in September and he revealed that the thought process behind that decision was straightforward.
Xabi Alonso’s failure to sign Martin Zubimendi in the summer has been a key reason behind his struggles as Real Madrid manager. That’s according to Spanish football expert Phil
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Jeers as Real Madrid loses 2-1 to Man City and pressure grows on Alonso. Arsenal wins, PSG draws
The pressure was already on Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso and a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League raised further questions about his future.
Premier League leaders Arsenal are ready to rival Real Madrid in the transfer race for Kenan Yildiz in the January window amid his contract hold-up at Juventus. The Bianconeri's contract talks with their star attacker have hit a standstill as Yildiz is demanding a significant pay rise in his new deal,
Juventus, Real Madrid and holders Arsenal all won to book their progress, while Paris Saint-Germain were held by OH Leuven and are now out, along with St. Polten and Twente.