Real Madrid achieved a historic victory last Tuesday at Etihad Stadium. They defeated Manchester City in their own home, something they had never accomplished before. Besides the good result in the knockout stage, they left the impression of having been far superior to City throughout the entire match.
Manchester City is going through an irregular season, with performance below their usual standards. However, their economic strength remains intact and allows them to continue incorporating talent. Despite this, Pep Guardiola is still seeking reinforcements for next summer.
Manchester City Targeting Two Bayer Leverkusen Stars
Pep Guardiola is clear about what he needs to improve his squad. Both play for Bayer Leverkusen and have been key players in the German team's great performance this season. Guardiola considers them essential to strengthen his squad for the next campaign.
City is not the only one interested in these talents, as Real Madrid has been closely following them for months and is determined to do everything possible to sign them. For Real Madrid, one of them is an absolute priority, as they consider him the ideal heir to Luka Modric. Additionally, his signing fits perfectly with the club's policy of betting on young players with great potential.
Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong on Real Madrid's Radar
The two players in question are Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, two of the most sought-after footballers in Europe. Wirtz is an attacking midfielder with exceptional quality, great vision, and the ability to make a difference in the final third. Meanwhile, Frimpong is a right-back with an offensive mindset, speed, and the ability to disrupt defenses.
Florentino Pérez knows that the competition with City will be fierce and wants to play a key card to convince both: Xabi Alonso. The current Bayer Leverkusen coach is Real Madrid's great desire for the next season. His great work in Germany and his past as a club legend make him the ideal candidate for the white bench.
Xabi Alonso, Key in Wirtz and Frimpong's Decision
Real Madrid trusts that if they manage to convince Xabi Alonso to be their coach, Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong will prefer to follow him. Both have a great relationship with the Basque coach and might feel more comfortable making the leap to Bernabéu with him.
On the other hand, Manchester City will try to leverage their economic power to close the deals as soon as possible. However, the uncertainty about Guardiola's team's future, along with the figure of Xabi Alonso, could play in Real Madrid's favor. The battle is open, and in the coming months, the fate of two of the most promising talents in European soccer will be decided.