What’s the story?
Real Madrid have never been shy of signing the best talent in the world and now latest reports from Spanish publications state that Zidane is ready to break the bank to land Tottenham superstar Dele Alli.
The 20-year-old Englishman has been in fine form for the Lilywhites and has been their standout performer this season. This is not the first the midfielder has been linked with a move to the Spanish giants. Earlier in the season, there were a number of rumours linking him with a switch to the Bernabeu, and if he keeps up his impressive performances, we might just see the move come to fruition in the summer transfer window.
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Tottenham star Dele Alli has really taken his game to the next level in the past few months. The 20-year-old is the heartbeat of this very impressive Spurs side and he has contributed heavily both in terms of goal and assists.
Having already grabbed 19 goals this season, Dele Alli is tipped to become even better than the likes of Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard and David Beckham. Still only 20, the youngster has the potential to become one of the best football players of this generation.
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The heart of the matter
It promises to be a summer of massive change at Real Madrid. With the futures of James Rodriguez and Isco uncertain and with Luka Modric now above the age of 30, the midfield for Los Blancos can see some fresh faces in the next season. Chelsea’s stars Eden Hazard and Thibaut Courtois have also been heavily linked but now Madrid seem to have made the Tottenham midfielder their prime target.
While Real Madrid might have missed out on signing Paul Pogba in the previous season. they will be keen to sign Dele Alli and build the team around the young Englishman in the future. Also, it is rumoured that Gareth Bale is also a huge fan of the Tottenham youngster and Dele Alli’s arrival would also make the speedy Welshman happy.
What’s next?
With games coming thick and fast at the business end of the season, both Real Madrid and Tottenham will be desperate to end their seasons on a good note. While Real Madrid are still hopeful of grabbing a League and Champions League double, Tottenham will be hoping to capitalise on any slip-ups from Chelsea and keep up the pressure in the Premier League title race.
On a personal note, Dele Alli will be keen to continue his excellent form and he is also an outside contender for the PFA Player of the Year award.
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Author’s take
Dele Alli’s performances this season have been simply superb and he definitely deserves to play in top European clubs like Real Madrid. With Alli yet to reach his full potential, a £75 million gamble on one of football’s brightest young prospects certainly looks worth it and Madrid should do everything in their power to sign the talented midfielder.
