David Alaba's future has become one of the main topics of conversation around Real Madrid in recent days. The Austrian center-back, whose contract ends in 2026, has received a very tempting offer from Fenerbahçe, which is willing to make him one of the highest-paid players in the Turkish Süper Lig.
The particularity of this case is that the transfer window there doesn't close until Wednesday, September 10, so the Ottoman team still has time to keep pushing. "Madrid-Barcelona" has learned that Florentino Pérez has given him the key to his future. If Alaba wants to leave, he can do so for free, as a sign of respect for everything he has given Madrid since his arrival in 2021.
Interest from Türkiye
Fenerbahçe's offer hasn't been a simple inquiry. The Turkish club wants to build an ambitious project, with footballers who have international experience and can provide immediate leadership. David Alaba, with Champions League and league titles at two of the world's most important clubs like Bayern and Real Madrid, fits perfectly.
However, Valdebebas has conveyed calm at all times. For Xabi Alonso, the Austrian remains a useful player because of his versatility... able to perform both in the center of defense and at left-back or even in midfield.
Expectation for his decision
Rumors about a possible departure had created doubts inside the locker room and among Madrid fans. The possibility of losing David Alaba for free ahead of time was still a surprising move. Although Florentino understood that, at 33, the defender might consider one last big adventure abroad.
Meanwhile, from Türkiye, they kept insisting that the financial offer was irresistible, which only fueled the uncertainty. The big question was clear: Would Alaba accept the Fenerbahçe challenge or would he stay with Real Madrid?
David Alaba has already decided
Finally, according to "Madrid-Barcelona", David Alaba himself has already made a firm decision. The center-back has told his closest circle that he won't leave Santiago Bernabéu this season.
"I will play for Real Madrid for the rest of the season," the Austrian has said, thus putting an end to any speculation about a possible last-minute departure.
This way, David Alaba has committed to fulfilling his contract until 2026, keeping himself as an important piece in Xabi Alonso's rotation. Fenerbahçe, despite its efforts, will have to look for alternatives in the final hours of the transfer window.