Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has reportedly handed the club’s board a list of midfield targets following their recent Champions League loss to Liverpool — and two of the names on it come directly from Anfield.
According to emerging reports, Alonso is determined to rebuild Madrid’s midfield with a blend of youth, energy, and creativity. The Spanish tactician is said to have highlighted two Liverpool stars as priority signings, impressed by their performances during the clash at Anfield. Alongside them, a Chelsea midfielder and another young European talent have also made the shortlist.
The defeat has sparked conversations within the Madrid hierarchy about refreshing their squad, particularly in midfield, where Alonso reportedly believes more physicality and drive are needed. His admiration for Liverpool’s pressing intensity and Chelsea’s midfield versatility has shaped his new transfer wishlist.
However, prising any of these players away will not be easy. Both Liverpool and Chelsea are expected to resist approaches for their key assets, while Real Madrid’s focus on balancing squad depth and financial prudence could complicate negotiations.
Still, with Alonso eager to stamp his mark on Los Blancos and the January transfer window approaching, the Spanish giants may be gearing up for another high-profile midfield overhaul.
