Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso has this week moved to heap praise on a member of the club’s summer recruitment list.The player in question? Trent Alexander-Arnold.Defender Alexander-Arnold was

Arsenal have suffered a setback in their pursuit of Rodrygo, after Xabi Alonso indicated the Brazillian winger will stay at Real Madrid. The Gunners have been heavily linked with a big-money move for the 23-year-old as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his wide options in a bid to end the club’s long wait for the Premier League title.

The 43-year-old is taking on one of football's most demanding jobs off the back of the Spanish giants' disappointing European season