Real Madrid plans significant changes for next season. Although David Alaba's name has been in serious doubt and pointed to leaving, he has decided that he will continue at Santiago Bernabéu until his contract ends. OKDiario has discovered that the Austrian has no intention of leaving next summer and will stay until his contract ends on June 30, 2026.
In Alaba's mind, there is only the possibility of continuing to play for Real Madrid next season, having already made this decision firmly. In fact, he has already taken it upon himself to convey this to his teammates. Speaking in the locker room, Madrid-Barcelona has learned that he has already expressed his opinion: "I will play in Madrid next year".
This season he has only been able to play just over 600 minutes spread over 14 matches, adding physical problems that have prevented him from playing more. What he wants for next season is to try to change everything and regain his form... regardless of which teammates will be in the center of defense. At the moment, he is already working on a goal, which is to be available for Xabi Alonso in the Club World Cup.
David Alaba rejects Arabia and Qatar
Madrid-Barcelona has learned that, on the table, the Austrian defender had significant monetary offers to leave. Specifically, Saudi Arabia was the option that paid him the most, while Qatar was also there. Despite this, David Alaba has decided to reject both options, staying at Real Madrid until his contract is fulfilled, being the second highest-paid in the squad.
As of today, Alaba is only behind Mbappé in Madrid's salary scale. He is pocketing 22.5 million euros a year and intends to do so until 2026, when his contract will end. In this regard, Xabi Alonso has shown a willingness to part with him, although the defender's stance will prevail and no scenario will be forced for his sale.
The situation in Madrid's defense is not easy. To David Alaba's problems, we must also add the uncertainty caused by Militao. The Brazilian has suffered two serious injuries in a row and it remains to be seen how he will return. What is clear is that the future lies with Asencio and Dean Huijsen, with Rüdiger helping now and youth players like Jacobo or Joan Martínez emerging.