Liverpool midfielder Xavi Alonso has refused to rule a move to Real Madrid this summer. The Spanish international has been linked with a £25 million move to the Bernabeu, but has stated he would have ‘no regrets’ if he doesn’t move from Anfield this summer.
Alonso almost left Anfield last summer to free up funds for the proposed arrival of Gareth Barry, but the deal collapsed at the last minute and the player is still believed to be unhappy that manager Rafa Benitez was prepared to sell him.
Alonso told Don Balon “In respect to all this I have not closed any door and we will just have to wait and see what happens.
“It is always positive when various teams are said to want you because that is better than nobody being interested, but I cannot say much more.
“I know that I have to keep playing well and will be able to decide what happens next whenever it arises.
“I do not think a move to Real Madrid is impossible, but I would also have no regrets at all staying at Liverpool.”
He went on to say “My relationship with Benitez is professional, just like he has with any other player. I believe that is how things will stay too,”
“I am happy in England and have adapted, but I do miss certain things from Spain. I cannot rule out a move or even staying in the Premier League.
“I am happy there (England) and although I was a bit home sick at the start, I am still there.
“This situation is normal for me because I know what is actually happening, away from what is being reported. For that reason I am perfectly calm.”
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