Following a humiliating 4-0 semi-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup, Real Madrid are reportedly reassessing several aspects of their squad. The loss has triggered urgent internal discussions, with changes now looming.According to Spanish outlet Cadena SER, the club’s leadership agrees that Xabi Alonso’s current squad still needs significant refinement. As a result, Los Blancos are planning to bring in three more high-profile players as quickly as possible.Every process takes time, and Xabi Alonso’s is yet to comeSo far, Real Madrid have made several key signings this summer:Dean Huijsen (20) – Centre-back from AFC Bournemouth for €62.5 millionTrent Alexander-Arnold (26) – Right-back from Liverpool for €10 millionFranco Mastantuono (17) – Winger from River Plate for €45 millionHowever, despite acquiring Huijsen, the club remains concerned about its central defense. Reports suggest that Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate has emerged as a major target. Sky Sport even claims Real have already struck an agreement for Konate to join on a free transfer in the 2026/27 season, once his Liverpool contract expires.🚨 BREAKING: Ibrahima Konaté to Real Madrid, the deal is ACCELERATING!Liverpool are seriously considering selling him this summer if he keeps refusing to renew.The player only wants to join Real Madrid. @La_SER pic.twitter.com/nwK9sEQmrm— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) July 11, 2025 Another area of focus is left-back, with Alvaro Carreras of Benfica reportedly on the verge of a move. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Madrid and Benfica have already reached terms, with Madrid expected to pay Carreras’ 50 million release clause in installments. The only obstacle is a buyback option held by Manchester United, where Carreras spent his youth years. However, United are unlikely to activate it.🚨⚪️ EXCLUSIVE: Álvaro Carreras can be considered new Real Madrid player as he will travel to Madrid today!Medical booked, player now authorized to travel.Man Utd confirm they won’t activate buy back option so deal now sealed.€50m in installments. Here we go, confirmed. pic.twitter.com/sAl4dJ0TqP— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 11, 2025 Most urgently, though, Real Madrid need to replace midfield legend Luka Modric, who is set to leave the club after the tournament. His exit leaves a major void in midfield, and the club is still weighing up potential replacements.With several areas still in flux and key negotiations ongoing, the coming weeks could be decisive for Xabi Alonso’s new era at the Bernabeu.##NAJAVA_MECA_9013156##
