Real Madrid-linked Bundesliga midfielder responds to transfer speculation – ‘Don’t think Alonso likes me’ | OneFootball

Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson has been making headlines recently after being linked with a move to Real Madrid.

But instead of getting caught up in the buzz, Larsson has taken the rumours lightly, even cracking a joke about it in the Swedish press.

Speaking during his time with the national team, Larsson said, “Of course I’ve heard a lot about this.” He admitted that speculation about big clubs has followed him since his teenage years.

“Since I was 16 or 17 and started standing out, there have always been rumours. It’s the same now, just with bigger clubs involved. But I try to handle it the same way I always have.”

Staying grounded with Frankfurt

Despite the growing attention, Larsson insists he is not letting the pressure affect him. Instead, he is focused on the future with Eintracht Frankfurt, who will be competing in the Champions League next season.

“I’ve read the stories, and I know the rumours will keep coming. But I’m not the kind of person who gets stressed.

Hugo Larsson has addressed Real Madrid rumours. (Photo by Pau Barrena/Getty Images)

“I’m looking forward to the Champions League with Frankfurt. It’s going to be a lot of fun.”

When asked directly about the possibility of joining Real Madrid, Larsson gave a light-hearted response. Recalling a tough match against Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen, he laughed and said,

“In one of the games, we lost 5-0. I was substituted at half-time, so I don’t think Alonso would like me,” he noted.

Larsson’s calm attitude and sense of humour show a mature head on young shoulders. While his future may be the subject of speculation, for now, he seems set to stay at Frankfurt.

As for Real Madrid, they continue to look for a long-term midfielder who can replace Luka Modric, who is set to leave after the FIFA Club World Cup. Names like Angelo Stiller and Larsson have been linked, but without any notable steam.

Source: Mundo Deportivo