Xabi Alonso is set to finalize his fourth acquisition for Real Madrid just weeks ahead of the Club World Cup’s commencement.
Last week, Real Madrid’s manager Carlo Ancelotti announced his intention to depart the club at the end of the ongoing La Liga season to assume the role of head coach for Brazil.
While not officially announced, it is anticipated that former club icon Alonso will succeed him as manager of Real Madrid, following his recent exit from Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga.
And it appears that the Spaniard is wasting no time ahead of his arrival at the Bernabeu, as a new report has claimed that he is targeting his fourth major signing ahead of the upcoming Club World Cup.
With the Club World Cup set to kick off in the United States in just a few weeks time, Real Madrid are hoping to completely reinvigorate their defence with new signings that can make their debuts at the competition.
Bournemouth recently confirmed that star defender Dean Huijsen will join the Spanish giants this summer, with Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold set to follow.
Reports have suggested that a deal for Benfica left-back Alvaro Carreras is close to being completed, allowing Real Madrid to turn their focus to midfield, where they hope to bring back star player Nico Paz as their fourth signing of the summer.
According to Spanish outlet Football Espana, Real Madrid have been impressed with Paz’s recent performances after allowing the 20-year-old to move to Italian club Como last summer, and are keen to make a return move before the Club World Cup.