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Liverpool linchpin could join Alonso in Madrid

Real Madrid have been linked with a number of Liverpool’s title winning squad, but their pursuit of Alexis Mac Allister may be about to move a step closer to completion.

A new report from DefensaCentral has suggested that the departure of Rodrygo Goes from Real Madrid, who has himself been linked with a move to Anfield, would free up the funds Los Blancos need to sign Mac Allister this summer, €80 million according to the report.

The Argentinian has been a standout performer for Slot’s side this campaign, and it is no surprise to see a club like Real Madrid show interest in the player.

Mac Allister’s impressive form and massive contribution to Liverpool’s 20th title win mean that the Reds are not looking to sell any time soon, but it may be hard to turn down a big money offer in a summer when so many additions are being touted.

Could Mac Allister really leave Liverpool?

Real Madrid are already close to their first signing of the Alonso era. A deal for Alexander-Arnold is expected to be announced in the coming weeks and it now looks likely that Liverpool target Dean Huijsen will be heading to Madrid in a £50 million deal too.

These two deals will both be costly, and it seems unlikely that Alonso’s side would be able to afford Mac Allister without a major outgoing like Rodrygo.

There has been plenty of speculation surrounding the Brazilian’s future, but the player himself recently took to social media to dispel rumours of an impending exit.

This of course doesn’t guarantee that he won’t be sold this window, or that Real Madrid won’t make another big money sale to fund a move for Mac Allister, but it does make a deal feel a little less likely.