Xabi Alonso

Team News: Eight players set to miss Liverpool vs Real Madrid

Liverpool and Real Madrid: Key Updates Ahead of Champions League Clash Liverpool and Real Madrid meet once again under the European floodlights, a fixture steeped in storylines, history and elite-level tension. With both sides dealing with notable injuries, the narrative ahead of this latest encounter is shaped not just by form, but by who is...

Preview: Alexander-Arnold’s Anfield return headlines Liverpool vs Real Madrid

Liverpool FC vs Real Madrid – Champions League Preview Date: Tuesday, 4 November 2025 Venue: Anfield Kick-off: 20:00 BST Liverpool returns to the grand stage of the UEFA Champions League after a morale-boosting 2-0 Premier League win over Aston Villa. Yet the calm is deceptive: next up is Real Madrid, and the stakes could hardly be higher. For...

“Make it difficult for him” – Virgil van Dijk sends message to Trent Alexander-Arnold ahead of Liverpool return

Van Dijk reflects on Liverpool’s reunion with Trent Alexander-Arnold Liverpool enter a curious emotional crossroads as Anfield prepares to welcome a familiar face in unfamiliar colours. Trent Alexander-Arnold returns wearing Real Madrid white, a sight that still feels like watching Steven Gerrard line up for Los Angeles Galaxy for the first time, undeniably real yet...

Liverpool Offered the Chance to Sign ‘World-Class’ Star for £26m-per-year

Vinicius Junior’s Madrid Meltdown Sparks Liverpool Transfer Buzz Vinicius Junior’s explosive reaction during El Clasico has once again ignited talk of a potential Premier League move, with Liverpool strongly linked to the Brazilian forward. As reported by TeamTalk, the Real Madrid star’s emotional outburst against Xabi Alonso could become a decisive turning point in his...

£69m midfielder could the Mac Allister upgrade for Liverpool

Liverpool Eye Camavinga as Midfield Evolution Continues Under Slot Liverpool’s midfield rebuild was once seen as complete, yet just two years on, the conversation is shifting once again. After major investment during Jürgen Klopp’s final seasons — including the arrivals of Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch — the club might...

Real planning to beat Liverpool to £35m defender

Real Madrid Weigh January Move for Marc Guehi as Alonso Considers Defensive Reinforcements Real Madrid are preparing to strengthen their defence in the January transfer window, with Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi emerging as a serious target. Sources close to the situation suggest the Spanish giants are considering a bid worth around €35 million, as...

Liverpool star dream signing for Alonso at Real

Real Madrid eye reunion between Alonso and Wirtz amid Liverpool watch Liverpool could soon face renewed pressure from Real Madrid, with reports in Spain suggesting that the European champions are monitoring the situation of Florian Wirtz – the record signing who has yet to fully ignite his Anfield career. Alonso’s admiration for Wirtz reignites Real Madrid’s interest...

Former star makes crazy decision in Liverpool vs Man United combined XI

Nicky Butt Ignites Liverpool vs Man United Debate With Bold Combined XI Liverpool against Man United rarely needs extra fuel, yet Nicky Butt has just poured petrol over the rivalry with his latest combined XI. Speaking on The Good, The Bad and The Football podcast, the former midfielder was tasked with picking a lineup from...

Paul Joyce: Trent Alexander-Arnold set for Liverpool return after latest update

Trent Alexander-Arnold On Track for Anfield Reunion Liverpool supporters are already circling November 4 on the calendar. According to Paul Joyce of The Times, Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to recover from his hamstring injury in time to face his former club at Anfield in the Champions League. It is a storyline that writes itself, but...

Liverpool plan move for ‘generational’ talent as Real ruled out

Liverpool eye Michael Olise as part of long-term rebuild Liverpool are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, with the Premier League champions identifying the Frenchman as a potential cornerstone in their next attacking era. As Real Madrid’s chances of securing the player appear to have faded, sources close to the...