He doesn't want him: Xabi Alonso's first major discard at Real Madrid

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Xabi Alonso has made a key decision before officially landing in the Real Madrid dugout. The Basque coach has informed the club that Ferland Mendy is not part of his plans for the next season, triggering operations at Valdebebas to find a way out for him during the summer transfer window. Despite his recent contract extension, the French full-back does not fit the profile that the coach is looking for in the new Merengue project.

The white club is already working on an operation that might be more complicated than expected. Mendy has had an inconsistent performance in recent years, plagued by injuries and some instability in his game, which has diminished his market value. Furthermore, his contract running until 2027 further complicates a possible termination or a low-cost departure.

Xabi Alonso does not count on Ferland Mendy

Real Madrid's goal is to streamline the squad in that position to reinforce the left flank with a player who better fits Alonso's intended playing style. In this context, several names have surfaced on the white club's agenda. Alejandro Grimaldo, one of the more convincing options due to his experience and quality, has been ruled out due to the cost of signing a player over 28 years old.

On the other hand, Miguel Gutiérrez, currently with Girona, and Álvaro Carreras, at Benfica, emerge as the most viable candidates. The first could return for a reasonable fee thanks to the buyback clause, while for the latter, negotiations are expected to be complex due to the high demands of the Portuguese club. In any case, the change at left-back seems imminent.

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