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Quote from: Adbitco on July 15, 2025, 08:12:23 PM

I knew the heavy defeat of Real Madrid in the hands of PSG will spark and will fit e the coach and club at large to fill in the loop holes. Now it's rumoured that Real Madrid wants another Liverpool player, this time a midfielder and Alonso has identified Mac Alister as a pivotal signing to his midfield problems. Real Madrid if they will perform this coming season still needs few signings added to their players if not, it will be hell for them again.

But I don't think Real Madrid will be able to sign Mac Allister. Liverpool won't let one of their best midfielders go. Moreover, Liverpool already lost Trent Alexander-Arnold. And I've read that Liverpool also didn't accept Real Madrid's previous, very high-priced offer. However, Real Madrid doesn't seem to have given up on Mac Allister's signature. So, this is still uncertain. However, Mac Allister himself doesn't seem to be considering a move to another club at this time. So I think Real Madrid would be better off using the remaining time to find another willing player. Honestly, if Real Madrid manages to sign Mac Allister, it would significantly enhance Real Madrid's squad. And it would be a successful transfer. The problem is, Liverpool will definitely want to keep him.

(sourch: https://www.borneoglobe.com/olahraga/102815539337/liverpool-ogah-duit-real-madrid-tawaran-rp-17-triliun-untuk-mac-allister-ditolak-mentah-mentah)

Don't forget, this is Real Madrid. You know, when Real Madrid wants a player, they always find a way to get him. And I believe if Real Madrid can finally pay the full release clause, they could be successful in acquiring Mac Allister. However, Liverpool will certainly try to retain a player they still desperately need. Moreover, Mac Allister's contribution to Liverpool is undeniable. And, as you said, Mac Allister still seems comfortable at Liverpool.

Xabi Alonso has excellent insight into Real Madrid's current midfield needs following Modric's departure. Mac Allister could be a truly suitable replacement for that position, in my opinion. But if Mac Allister still wants to stay at Liverpool, there's nothing Real Madrid can do except wait until his contract expires. That's still quite a while away, until 2028. But nothing is impossible, let's just wait and see.

By the way, Mac Allister seems to be attracting serious interest from the big clubs in the transfer market. Previously he had also rejected an offer from Bayern Munich.

Reference:
- https://koran-jakarta.com/2025-07-16/alexis-mac-allister-tolak-tawaran-bayern-pilih-bertahan-di-liverpool