{"id":118388,"date":"2025-11-09T05:49:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T05:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=118388"},"modified":"2025-11-09T05:49:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T05:49:44","slug":"breaking-from-fabrizio-romano-xabi-alonso-is-said-to-be-urging-real-madrid-to-pursue-liverpool-and-chelsea-players-after-their-champions-league-loss-at-anfield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=118388","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udea9\ud83d\udd3bBREAKING NEWS: live from Fabrizio Romano, Xabi Alonso asks Real Madrid to sign Liverpool &#038; Chelsea stars after UCL defeat at Anfield.  Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has reportedly given the club a list of four midfielders he\u2019d like to sign, including TWO big names at Liverpool&#8230;   FULL STORY: LINK\ud83d\udc47\ud83d\udc47\ud83d\udc47"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Xabi Alonso Targets Premier League Talent Following Harsh Anfield Defeat<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inpage\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div class=\"hbagency_cls hbagency_space_36544\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>After Real Madrid\u2019s 2\u20130 loss at Liverpool, insiders report that head coach Xabi Alonso has wasted no time mapping out a summer overhaul.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\">\n<div id=\"hbagency_space_36540_video\">\n<div id=\"hbagency_space_36540\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The former Liverpool midfielder is reportedly eyeing some of the Premier League\u2019s standout players to strengthen his squad.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inpage\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div class=\"hbagency_cls hbagency_space_36544\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Anfield defeat apparently left Alonso impressed by Liverpool\u2019s midfield strength, composure, and tactical intelligence, with Dominik Szoboszlai standing out for his commanding display.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-9\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inarticle\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div id=\"hbagency_space_82737\" class=\"hbagency_cls\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>A source close to Alonso told El Chiringuito TV:<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inpage\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div class=\"hbagency_cls hbagency_space_36544\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cXabi left the pitch saying Szoboszlai is exactly the kind of midfielder Madrid need \u2014 strong, skilled, and fearless in big matches. He sees him as a future replacement for Luka Modric.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Szoboszlai Leads Alonso\u2019s Wishlist<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inpage\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div class=\"hbagency_cls hbagency_space_36544\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Reports indicate that Szoboszlai tops Alonso\u2019s four-player shortlist. The Hungarian has been one of Liverpool\u2019s most consistent performers this season, combining creativity with high work rate.<\/p>\n<p>His Champions League performance against Madrid, controlling possession and creating key attacks, is said to have convinced Alonso he is ready for La Liga.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inpage\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div class=\"hbagency_cls hbagency_space_36544\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Fabrizio Romano\u2019s sources claim Real Madrid\u2019s scouting team has been instructed to closely track Szoboszlai for the rest of the season, with a potential approach planned for next summer.<\/p>\n<p>Van Dijk: The Defensive Leader Madrid Wants<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-8\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inpage\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inner\">\n<div class=\"hbagency_cls hbagency_space_36544\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Another notable target is Virgil van Dijk, a player Madrid have long admired but never formally pursued. With captain Nacho Fern\u00e1ndez nearing retirement, Alonso reportedly sees Van Dijk as a short-term defensive solution, providing leadership and experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAlonso values Van Dijk\u2019s leadership and wants it in his dressing room. He sees him mentoring Milit\u00e3o and the next generation of defenders,\u201d a Spanish journalist explained.<\/p>\n<p>Though a transfer would be complicated by Van Dijk\u2019s loyalty to Liverpool and age, Alonso believes his winning mentality could elevate Madrid\u2019s backline next season.<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea Midfielders Also on Alonso\u2019s Radar<\/p>\n<p>Alonso\u2019s attention isn\u2019t limited to Liverpool stars. Sources claim he has identified two Chelsea midfielders who \u201coffer intensity and technical balance.\u201d While not officially named, speculation points to Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez and Conor Gallagher as potential targets.<\/p>\n<p>A Bernab\u00e9u insider added:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAlonso wants players who thrive in high-tempo football \u2014 those who can perform under pressure and control big moments. He sees them as the next generation of Madrid\u2019s midfield engine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool\u2019s Response<\/p>\n<p>News of Alonso\u2019s interest in Szoboszlai and Van Dijk has reportedly not been well-received at Anfield. Liverpool considers both players central to Arne Slot\u2019s rebuild, and FSG is expected to reject any approaches.<\/p>\n<p>Still, insiders caution that Alonso\u2019s personal connection to Liverpool and Real Madrid\u2019s financial resources could make negotiations complex if the players are receptive.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou can\u2019t underestimate Alonso\u2019s pull,\u201d a club source told The Athletic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe\u2019s loved at Liverpool, but playing under him at Real Madrid is a dream scenario for many players.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Fan Reactions<\/p>\n<p>Following Fabrizio Romano\u2019s report, reactions on social media have been mixed. Liverpool fans were quick to assert:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re not selling anyone. Alonso can admire from afar \u2014 Szobo and Van Dijk are untouchable.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Real Madrid supporters expressed trust in Alonso\u2019s vision:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf Alonso wants them, he\u2019ll get them. He\u2019s building the next great Gal\u00e1cticos.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea fans joked about their players being included:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt this rate, Real Madrid might as well buy the whole Premier League.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Next Steps for Alonso and Madrid<\/p>\n<p>No official bids have been made yet, but sources suggest Madrid may start preliminary talks in January 2026, as Alonso pushes for early negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>His plan is reportedly to merge youth with proven Premier League experience to evolve Real Madrid\u2019s squad.<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool, meanwhile, remains focused on Arne Slot\u2019s project, but the upcoming months could test FSG\u2019s determination like never before.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Xabi Alonso Targets Premier League Talent Following Harsh Anfield Defeat After Real Madrid\u2019s 2\u20130 loss at Liverpool, insiders report that head coach Xabi Alonso has wasted no&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":118389,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-118388","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-football"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>\ud83d\udea9\ud83d\udd3bBREAKING NEWS: live from Fabrizio Romano, Xabi Alonso asks Real Madrid to sign Liverpool &amp; Chelsea stars after UCL defeat at Anfield. 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