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Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso regains a key figure for El Clasico!

Ahead of El Clasico, Real Madrid welcome back an undisputed starter

Five days before the highly anticipated El Clasico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, Los Blancos have received fantastic news that could tip the scales. According to The Athletic, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Madrid’s marquee summer signing, is on the verge of returning after several weeks on the sidelines. The England international, who has struggled with physical issues since the start of the season, has resumed full team training and could even be included in Xabi Alonso’s squad for the showdown.

This return comes at the perfect time for Los Merengues, who currently top La Liga with 24 points from 9 games, two ahead of Barça. In a match that often proves decisive in the title race, this Clasico is already shaping up to be a major turning point: a win would allow Real to pull away, while a Catalan victory would throw the race wide open. The possible inclusion of Alexander-Arnold could well provide Madrid with an extra trump card in this high-stakes tactical battle.