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·23 Agustus 2025
Xabi Alonso Keeps Transfer Plans Close Ahead of Real Oviedo Clash

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Xabi Alonso Keeps Transfer Plans Close Ahead of Real Oviedo Clash
Ahead of Real Madrid’s trip to face Real Oviedo in the 2nd round of La Liga, coach Xabi Alonso refused to confirm whether the club’s summer transfer business has concluded.
Alonso described the upcoming game as "special for Oviedo and their fans" and added:
"We're looking forward to tomorrow’s match with enthusiasm. We aim to continue developing outside our home ground & maintain our level against all opponents"
Regarding the new Argentine signing, Alonso said:
"Since he's in the squad, he's chance to play like the other players. He can operate as playmaker or in attack. He's great quality & skill"
Alonso downplayed concerns over Vinicius Junior’s numbers:
"Statistics don’t mean much; we’ve only played one match" On Rodrygo’s futur he added: "The season's just started. All decisions are mine alone. I speak to him as I do with all players"
When asked about pursuing midfielder, Alonso said:
"I’m happy with the current squad but we must always be ready"
Alonso emphasized:
"I don’t concern myself with comparisons. What matters's our level and weekly development"
On setting goal targets for Mbappe:
"I won’t assign specific number. The priority's to help the team. His chemistry with teammates will be key this season"
Real Madrid enters the match against Oviedo aiming to maintain momentum & integrate new talents while keeping open mind on potential transfers.