Real Madrid are closing in on the signing of David Alaba on a free transfer at the end of the season, according to reports.
The 28-year-old, whose contract with Bayern Munich will run down at the end of June after a £200,000-per-week extension was turned down, is now able to speak to foreign teams about a high-profile switch.
Marca claim that Madrid remain at the front of the queue in the race to snap him up, and believe the club are desperate to wrap up negotiations as soon as possible.
Alaba was given permission by Champions League holders Bayern to discuss moves with other clubs after their latest offer was turned down - and the Austria international is keen to be remunerated handsomely.
The same publication has reported that Madrid's tabled proposal to Alaba is already clear. The contract will reportedly be for four years and Alaba will pocket just over €10million (£8.9m) per year.
Madrid are wary a host of other elite clubs around the world are likely to also attempt to lure Alaba to them, but remain well positioned to fend off any competition.
It is also thought Alaba's desire is to turn out at the Bernabeu for the next campaign and that the club have made negotiations for the versatile defender a priority.
The fact that his potential suitors will not have to stump up a transfer fee in a market still reeling from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic is another advantage.
Alaba's ability to play at left back or in the centre of the backline has helped convince Madrid to swoop for him.
There is a belief the star will be able to challenge for both of Raphael Varane and Sergio Ramos' places. Madrid even expect him to step in permanently for the latter when he leaves the club.
Manchester United have been credited with an interest in Alaba but appear to have been priced out of a move.
The Old Trafford club were actively keeping tabs on the player's situation but baulked at his steep wage demands, according to The Athletic.
Alaba has made 404 appearances across all competitions for Bayern, scoring 32 goals and also registering 49 assists.
AzimHazmie
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Klopp please hijacked RM for Alaba
padanpu
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it meance Marcelo going to juventus
i think he will play on Cb since real facing problem when ramos is out
Biablmpsuy
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Alaba would have been great replacement for jodi @barca
Mounpain
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and barca will allow this to happen when will need him
ateyu my bro seex such without Barca been tagged on is frustrating
romdilosuy
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If Liverpool sell Salah then Liverpool will try to buy Mbappe. If Sala leave Liverpool he may be join at Barcelona because Lionel Messi will join at Manchester City. looks like Real Madrid will miss Mbappe because of high demand and low budget. Real Madrid will buy Erling Haaland. I believe in this winter transfer Salah will not leave... but in this winter transfer if Real Madrid buy Alba this is the best for in this season....
alaba joins in summer not now
romdilosuy
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I thought Chelsea were HEAVILY linked with him though?!?! TF?
none would chose chelsea when they are top3 in their position in the world. dont be daft. alaba can go to 5 teams better than chelsea
ovolexis
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baba go and rest like u said... how it take concine u I wasn't talking to u
so that makes you a copy cat then
ovolexis
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That's rude
u are rude
R_9
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and barca will allow this to happen when will need him
Unfortunately we are getting him before you😁
NJOKAMADRISTA
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even ramos leave the defence will still be solid Alaba has much of experience and if ramos stays Varane will automatically be second choice
Princealva10
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when we have Alaba we can use Marcelo as a cover top
Mendy?
mowabemnou
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it meance Marcelo going to juventus
buoabelopt
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just one thing that fears me about this news is that Ramos might leave
Somak7
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and barca will allow this to happen when will need him
Forget it
icethug
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coolest news in this new year 👍👍
Nashawnjr173
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Not bad
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apparently
romariooo
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Not bad
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u dumb?
liabdoru
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Is Good News
Fifbro11
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Why would alaba play there 😂
Because he can play Cb, Lb, and midfield
butux2020
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and barca will allow this to happen when will need him
rezipty
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Good News We Needed
vundkosy
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Not bad
Homckln
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Woww that's great news so far i didn't know it will be serious like that welcome in White Halla Madrid
singhVinay99
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Which Barca fans made fun
Most of them make fun of Real Madrid fans for not winning a treble. 😅😅🙂🙂.
Charlesugwu
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As a defender, his CV is quite good
valoom
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I hope Ramos soon
Me too
IsahAliyu
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Modric already has his contract
I hope Ramos soon
et21rt
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when we have Alaba we can use Marcelo as a cover top
lavenesh
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thanks for your work at bayern, alaba
oheneantwib
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At the end of it all, it's all about money 💵 and will always be so.
BarayanDiyusep
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€10M per year? he demanded €25M per yr from Bayern. tsss!
Fifbro11
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Barca fans making fun of us cus we don’t have a treble we’ll treble 2021/2022 coming soon
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Which Barca fans made fun
Timothy_Bayern
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Barca fans making fun of us cus we don’t have a treble we’ll treble 2021/2022 coming soon
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Why would alaba play there 😂
Nicbknopy
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Good deal for both Team
😄 🤣 😂
Nicbknopy
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🎆🎆
yutkmostz
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Barca fans making fun of us cus we don’t have a treble we’ll treble 2021/2022 coming soon
kudos1981
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he's a good defender!
Nicbknopy
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Dream team
kanishkakoshani
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ramo7k4
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fake news , how can he refuse to sighn 200k with bayern and accept 8, 9m per year which which mean he will collect approximately 190k per week
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Cause it’s Madrid not Bayern 😂
kabiraa
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JUST IMAGINE
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no more marcelo at madrid
kabiraa
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JUST IMAGINE
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marcelo is the only problem
AHSumon
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Good deal for both Team
valoom
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there contract first
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Modric already has his contract
Etibaba
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very true Ramos alone is one leg of the team and the rest of the players the other. we badly need him for more 1-2 yrs until we get Mbappe and Haaland who might score 5-6 every match even if we concede 1-2 goals
Truer word hasn't been said.
rabbdilnor
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Real Madrid already have strong defense each defense position they have 2/2 strong defender.
Chrismose
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Another moment to remind us that Real Madrid can't win titles with academy players,,, Bring on Haaland 🍻
Ditailortu
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Yes, they should go for him
onuegbuchidera2006
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dude you are a Chelsea fan...how e take concern you? big boys are talking
baba go and rest like u said... how it take concine u I wasn't talking to u
ManUnited-Red
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I think Real should go for him