Liverpool Midfield Star Open to Real Madrid Move After Xabi Alonso’s Approach
A prominent Liverpool midfielder is reportedly interested in joining Real Madrid this summer, according to Spanish media. The report also details new Real manager Xabi Alonso’s admiration for the player, who has impressed under Arne Slot. Although Liverpool aimed to appoint Alonso to replace Jürgen Klopp, he remained at Bayer Leverkusen before taking the Madrid job following Carlo Ancelotti’s departure.
Mac Allister a Key Target for Madrid’s Midfield Overhaul
Trent Alexander-Arnold is already on his way to Madrid as a free agent, and the club is also pursuing Ibrahima Konaté—either now for a fee or for free next year. However, Alexis Mac Allister has emerged as a top target. Spanish outlet Fichajes claims Alonso sees him as the potential heartbeat of Madrid’s midfield and believes the Argentine could be key to a Champions League push.
Mac Allister, signed by Liverpool for £35 million in 2023, is said to be open to a move. Alonso has reportedly told club officials he sees Mac Allister as a cornerstone of Madrid’s next European campaign. While Fichajes isn’t the most reliable source, the midfielder’s potential transfer has also been discussed by more established publications like Marca and Empire of the Kop.
Liverpool Reluctant to Let Star Man Go
Despite the interest, Liverpool is unlikely to part with Mac Allister easily. Manager Arne Slot recently praised the 26-year-old’s tactical intelligence and intensity, calling him one of the rare players who blend skill and grit. Slot emphasized that Mac Allister’s contributions are essential to the club’s midfield, making any sale highly unlikely.
