INSIDE: Xabi closer to Real Madrid; Man Utd plan massive clearout
Xabi Alonso, the king of Germany waits for Real Madrid; Romelu Lukaku to Saudi could happen this summer; And Chelsea are attracted to Roberto De Zerbi. Here are some of the main stories over the last few days of the transfer market from TribalFootball's transfer expert Rudy Galetti.
XABI ALONSO AND HIS ALMOST CERTAIN FUTURE
Bayer Leverkusen became German champions for the first time in their history. A sensational result, thanks above all to the extraordinary work of coach Xabi Alonso. Just a few weeks ago, his decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen again next season had surprised many, and in particular Liverpool and Bayern Munich, whom both had him as their first profile on the list available for the bench.
However, the choice of the Spanish manager was predictable, especially in light of the scenario that will happen next year. Xabi Alonso, in fact, has already his career path well in mind: another year at Bayer Leverkusen and then he can become the true heir of Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid.
Not for nothing, numerous contacts directly with president Florentino Perez have already taken place and, although there is still more than a year to go, the distance to reaching a first verbal agreement is very minimal. Xabi Alonso is really convinced by the Spanish club's project which - in addition to great quality - is increasingly based on the valorisation of the most talented young players in the world and this represents a great stimulus for the Spanish manager.
LUKAKU TO SAUDI A REAL SCENARIO
Romelu Lukaku is one of the top players on the radar of the Saudi League. The Belgian striker will return to Chelsea, after a season on loan in Italy, but in all likelihood, he will not stay there for long.
His experience with AS Roma will
Read on m.allfootballapp.com
