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David Alaba, a 34-year-old Austrian defender, emerges as an option to be the new signing for Club América, which is considering his incorporation as a free agent. The interest was reported by Matteo Moretto on September 9, after the player's contract with Real Madrid ended on June 30.
David Alaba, a market opportunity for Club América
Club América is examining the possibility of adding Alaba without paying a transfer fee since the Austrian has been free since the end of the 2025-26 season. There is currently no information on formal negotiations or an agreement between the parties.
The center-back concluded his spell at Real Madrid after five seasons and 131 matches, winning 11 titles, as per the club's official tally. His departure was mutually agreed upon and announced on May 22, 2026.
Alaba joined Real Madrid in 2021 as a free agent from Bayern Munich, thus not generating any income from a transfer when he left the club. His last season was marred by physical issues, playing 16 matches with the Madrid team.
The Mexican option arises after other possibilities failed to materialize. Lazio also considered signing the defender, but ultimately opted for Diogo Leite, a 27-year-old player who was also without a contract.
Real Madrid is now in Alaba's past
Alaba’s departure from Real Madrid made him available to negotiate with any club without needing any inter-entity operations. The Madrid statement confirmed the contract concluded at the end of the season and that there wouldn't be any continuity at the Santiago Bernabéu.
His recent experience also adds to the attractiveness of the deal. During his five years in Spain, Alaba played in 131 games and won 2 Champions Leagues, 2 La Ligas, and 2 Club World Cups, along with five other titles.
The player can perform as a center-back and left-back, two roles he has filled throughout his career. Moreover, he led Austria as captain to the 2026 World Cup and participated in four matches before the elimination against Spain.
The main challenge for Club América will be to translate the initial interest into concrete contacts. Alaba remains available, but details regarding wages or a contract offer have not been disclosed yet, so the next move depends on the decision of the Mexican club and the conditions set by the player.
Club América needs to make progress in the coming days to turn interest into a deal, while David Alaba remains without a team since leaving Real Madrid. At present, the only certainty is that the defender can negotiate as a free agent, and Mexico has joined his list of potential destinations.
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