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Real Madrid closely monitoring €70 million-rated Liverpool midfielder – report
Alexis Mac Allister is facing an uncertain future at Liverpool, which has seemingly put Real Madrid on high alert.
According to reports in England, as relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club do not intend to renew his contract, which runs until 2028.
As such, both the club and the midfielder are understood to be open to a summer 2027 departure. That situation has attracted the attention of Real Madrid, who are monitoring the Argentine closely.
The Spanish giants see Mac Allister as one of the potential targets to strengthen their midfield unit should his departure from Liverpool materialise next year.
Real Madrid continue to look for a midfielder
Real Madrid remain interested in strengthening their midfield, an area that was one of their priorities during the summer transfer window.
The club considered Rodri, who ended up signing for FC Barcelona instead. Meanwhile, with Eduardo Camavinga remaining at the Santiago Bernabeu, there was ultimately no room for another midfield signing.
The situation could change in future transfer windows, particularly if departures create space in the squad.
Mac Allister was already on the shortlist
Now, as per the report, Mac Allister was among Real Madrid’s preferred midfield targets during the summer.
The Argentine was considered after Enzo Fernandez and Rodri on the club’s list, with the latter eventually emerging as the preferred option, although that move did not materialise.
Mac Allister could therefore return to consideration ahead of summer 2027, particularly if his situation at Liverpool creates an opportunity in the market.
According to the report, Liverpool could also be receptive to a transfer because of their intention not to renew the midfielder’s contract.
What Mac Allister has said about his contract situation
Discussing his contract situation recently, Mac Allister said (h/t Sky Sports): “As everyone knows, I received the news that the club was not in a position to offer me a new contract, which makes me very, very sad.
“Of course, there is still time. The fans don’t need to worry because I will give my 100 per cent until the last day I’m here.
“We will see what happens. There were options to leave this summer, and I think right now I’m in the right club and I have the mindset to give my 100 per cent for this club.”
It remains to be seen how the situation evolves, but Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on the situation, ready to move if Liverpool opt not to renew.
*Player valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on date of publication.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
