Xabi Alonso has arrived at Real Madrid intending to return them to the top of world soccer, where their president believes they should be. Florentino has had to do without Carlo's services; a decision that hasn't been easy. Meanwhile, his bet on the former footballer is clear; he must win as much as possible this coming year.
Real Madrid has finished a season almost empty-handed and their board doesn't want it to happen again. While it's true that injuries have greatly slowed down Los Merengues, those available haven't been at their best either. Now, a star who would've left Raúl Asencio out will leave for Arsenal.
Raúl Asencio and Real Madrid
Last season, Raúl Asencio started getting drafted to the first team due to the numerous injuries in the squad. Interestingly, the center-back surprised everyone and became a fan favorite thanks to his great performances. He was expected to stand out at the Club World Cup, but reality has been very different.
Raúl Asencio was sent off and missed a match because of the red card he received, something Xabi Alonso didn't like at all. Added to the fact that he wasn't fully convinced by him, the coach is looking for a center-back to leave his player out. It was expected that the defender arriving at Real Madrid would be a La Liga star, but Arsenal have moved ahead.
Arsenal already made an offer of €14 million for Valencia's center-back, Cristhian Mosquera, but it was quickly rejected. The center-back from the Ché team has played well this year and doors have opened for him at the world's top clubs. Now, the English side are close to making a second proposal that would be very hard to reject.
The offer that will save Raúl Asencio
Raúl Asencio will only have some prominence if Cristhian Mosquera ends up leaving for Arsenal. Soon, the Gunners will make a €20 million offer, which is already a generous amount. If Valencia rejects it again, next year the defender would leave completely free of charge.
Although the Spaniards want him to renew, Cristhian Mosquera is aware that he has the chance to join a very big team. We will have to closely follow the situation and Raúl Asencio, who could end up in trouble.