Xabi Alonso's arrival on Real Madrid's bench is just around the corner. Little by little, the idea that he will be the next coach is solidifying, marking the beginning of a new era at the white club.
The fans are eagerly awaiting this former player who has already shown a clear and ambitious project as a coach. Deep changes are coming that will impact the team immediately.
The transfer market reactivates with Xabi Alonso
With Xabi Alonso about to take charge, Real Madrid is scrutinizing its moves for the next season. The arrival of the Donostian is not just a change of coach; it's a turning point for the sports policy.
Xabi Alonso arrives with demands because he wants a competitive and balanced team. His first priority has been to strengthen a defense plagued by injuries in recent years.
Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba, Éder Militao, and Dani Carvajal have undergone knee surgeries that have hampered their performance. Additionally, Ferland Mendy has had to go through surgery due to muscle problems. This situation has left the club in a vulnerable position in the rear, something Xabi wants to correct as soon as possible.
Dean Huijsen, the first signing of the Xabi Alonso era
In recent weeks, there has been much talk about the possible signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold, the English right-back who could come to bolster the defense. However, negotiations with Liverpool have become complicated. The English club wants to ensure they have Alexander-Arnold for the Club World Cup, which could delay his incorporation.
Therefore, the first official reinforcement under Xabi Alonso's command is Dean Huijsen. The young center-back was presented just before a press conference by Carlo Ancelotti and is seen as a future project to strengthen the center of the defense. After him, the desired Trent Alexander-Arnold and probably Álvaro Carreras, a full-back who is also in the plans to complete the defense, will arrive.
Angelo Stiller in the midfield?
The debate about a possible signing for the midfield remains open. Siro López said on Twitch that if Xabi Alonso requests it, Real Madrid could sign Angelo Stiller before the Club World Cup.
The window to register new players closes on June 10, a key date for the club. If Alonso considers that the midfield needs reinforcements, Stiller could be the chosen one to add more muscle and creativity to the team.
This would prove that Alonso's project is ambitious and that he wants to have varied options to face all competitions with guarantees.