


Marca, AS and Spanish radio va - - 9 Mar 2005 17:06
Are reporting that Xabi Alonso’s agent (Daniel Saez) has said both Real Madrid and Man united have renewed their interest in his client and indicated. Daniel Saez indicated that Alonso is happy at Liverpool and would only speak to other clubs with permission of Liverpool.
If Liverpool fails to make the champions league next season both clubs believe they can capture his signing after being turned down last summer. Real Madrid only see Graverson as a short time fix and believe Xabi would now be interested. This summer Real’s president has said no one galactico will be signed but the club plans to invest in young Spanish stars. Alonso would fit perfectly, other targets include Jose Antonio Reyes and Joaquin.
Manchester United are looking to replace Roy Keane and with no chance of landing Gerrard have turned to his team mate. Spanish sport journal AS reports that both clubs would be willing to increase the £10 million transfer fee Liverpool paid last year.