Real Madrid could enter Wirtz race as Manchester City drop out

Real Madrid could target Florian Wirtz after appointing Xabi Alonso as their new head coach.

With one suitor, Manchester City, now out of the race for Florian Wirtz, another could soon step up: Real Madrid.

According to Radio Marca, departing Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has expressed a desire to continue working with Wirtz next season at Real Madrid.

After taking the reins at the Spanish capital club, Alonso could implement his preferred 3-5-2 system, with Wirtz occupying the No. 10 role – just as he has done so effectively at Leverkusen.

The chance to keep working under a coach he knows, respects and trusts at one of the world’s biggest clubs could prove to be a decisive factor in Wirtz’s future plans.

If Real Madrid’s interest is serious, they could emerge as strong challengers to Bayern Munich, who are currently viewed as the front-runners to sign the 22-year-old.

Liverpool, who look set to sign Wirtz’s teammate Jeremie Frimpong, have also been linked with the German international.