Real Madrid will be busy this summer in the transfer market, with the idea being for at least four signings to be made ahead of Xabi Alonso’s first season as manager. The first three are expected

Xabi Alonso is keen for Real Madrid to beat Arsenal to the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, according to reports in Spain. It’s understood that Arsenal are leading the race to sign Zubimendi and the Gunners are believed to view the midfielder’s arrival as a ‘done deal’ ahead of the summer transfer window.

Brett Koremenos, Julia Ranney, and Sam Tighe explore the betting ramifications of Xabi Alonso’s expected move to Real Madrid.