Real Madrid doesn't want to leave any loose ends ahead of the ambitious Club World Cup to be held this summer. Florentino Pérez has decided to strengthen the squad with two strategic signings so that Carlo Ancelotti has an unbeatable team.
There's a lot of money at stake. Real Madrid aims to inscribe its name in the tournament after winning the UEFA Super Cup, the Intercontinental Cup, and maximizing its chances in LaLiga.
They'll Have to Pay for Alexander-Arnold
One of the names that excites Chamartín the most is Trent Alexander-Arnold. The English full-back is a long-standing desire of the club that has already officially announced he's leaving Liverpool.
Madrid is now maneuvering to advance his incorporation to have him for the World Cup. This way, Ancelotti's team would have greater offensive and defensive potential on the right flank, one of the recent weaknesses.
But Real Madrid will have to pay if they want the pleasure of advancing Alexander-Arnold's arrival, whom Liverpool won't release until July 1.
Florentino wants to advance his incorporation so he can play in the tournament starting June 15 in the U.S. Liverpool may refuse, although they have shown their willingness to negotiate.
Liverpool demands around 2 million euros from Real Madrid: 1.2 million as compensation for releasing him early and the rest to cover his June salary. An affordable cost for a key reinforcement, as Madrid's defense is depleted: without Alaba, Rudiger, or Mendy, and with the uncertainty of Carvajal and Militao.
Arnold will also receive a signing bonus close to 20 million, similar to what Alaba and Rüdiger received. Part of that amount will be paid upon arrival, and the rest will be prorated in his salary.
Carvajal, the Signing That Excites Everyone
If everything goes as planned, Alexander-Arnold will join on June 1 after a brief post-Premier break.
But Alexander-Arnold won't be the only new addition. There will be a second "signing": the return of Dani Carvajal, who is finalizing his recovery to be in top form for the big event. His return from injury is considered key by the coaching staff, who trust in his experience and commitment.
Ancelotti, aware of the importance of strengthening the right-back position, celebrates the possibility of having two top-level alternatives. The Alexander-Arnold-Carvajal duo promises to be a guarantee for facing the most demanding challenges.
Real Madrid isn't satisfied with European glory and wants to show in the Club World Cup why it remains the greatest club in the world. With these reinforcements, the white fans have plenty of reasons to be excited.