Real Madrid CANCELS the signing of a forward... this was Xabi Alonso's candidate

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27/09/25 16:15:00

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Real Madrid has made an important decision for the immediate future: they will not sign Patrik Schick. The Bayer Leverkusen striker, who was specifically requested by Xabi Alonso, has lost prominence in the white team's plans due to the surprising performance of Gonzalo García, a youth academy player who has seized every opportunity to earn the trust of the coaching staff and the team.

A few weeks ago, everything pointed to Schick, valued at around 40 million euros, being the next offensive reinforcement for the club, especially given Xabi Alonso's knowledge of his game. However, as reported by DefensaCentral, the stellar emergence of Gonzalo has completely changed the landscape. His outstanding performance in the Club World Cup has convinced everyone: he can contribute much more than expected from a theoretical "fifth striker."

Gonzalo, present and future for the merengue forward

Initially given minutes due to the absences of figures like Mbappé and Endrick, he has proven to be ready to take on a heavier role. His ability to fix center-backs, his commitment, and his tactical maturity position him as a real alternative in the rotation of the Madrid attack. Although his style is not identical to Joselu's, he could fill a similar role in certain match contexts.

Gonzalo is experiencing a special moment, not succumbing to comparisons or excessive expectations. Instead of seeking a loan to accumulate minutes, everything indicates that he will remain in the first team next season. The board is not only celebrating the player's sporting performance but also the economic relief that comes from trusting in homegrown talent.

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