Xabi Alonso has identified the next Real Madrid transfer target following the Al Hilal draw, and it is not a good development for Manchester United. Manchester United may suffer an adverse consequence as Real Madrid purportedly has identified their subsequent transfer target.
On Wednesday, Xabi Alonso, the newly appointed head coach of Real Madrid, supervised his team’s inaugural match in the Club World Cup group stage, which resulted in a 1-1 draw with Al Hilal. Trent Alexander-Arnold, who joined the club from Liverpool on June 1, and Dean Huijsen, a former Bournemouth centre-back, both made their debuts for the club.
In discussing the duo’s performance, Alonso stated, “Initially, I would like to extend my congratulations to them, as this is a significant occasion for them.” They will undoubtedly be affected by their debut at Real Madrid. I am overjoyed because they possess that particular personality and will be significant contributors to our team.
Their presence will enhance our quality. Alonso has been identified as a potential target for Bayer Leverkusen left-back Alejandro Grimaldo, who previously served as his coach at the Bundesliga club, according to SER. Grimaldo, 29, was a critical component of Leverkusen’s 2023/24 double-winning campaign, which saw the club secure the Bundesliga title,
DFB-Pokal crown, and Europa League final under the leadership of Alonso.Therefore, what potential consequences could Manchester United experience as a result of this? Well, Madrid had previously been associated with Alvaro Carreras, a player from Benfica who was under contract with United from 2020 to 2024.
Nevertheless, Madrid’s attempt to acquire him “failed” prior to the Club World Cup, according to SER. Therefore, it is possible that United may not receive a portion of any potential transfer fee, as they have a 20 percent sell-on clause on any transfer fee received by Benfica that exceeds £5 million, according to MEN.
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