Real Madrid have reacted quickly this summer to a season without a major trophy, with the Intercontinental Cup and the European Supercup the only silverware put away at the Santiago Bernabeu this

An unbalanced, top-heavy squad contributed to Madrid’s underwhelming season, and a big summer is in store for Florentino Pérez and company to ensure Alonso’s set-up for success from the get-go. Moves have already been made in defense, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen arriving to boost an ageing, injury-hit backline.

Real Madrid are close to re-signing one of their former academy stars after personal terms already agreed as per reports.