David Praise he is already a new player of the Real Madrid, after the official announcement that the white club made at 6:00 p.m. this Friday. The 28-year-old Austrian defender, who arrives free after having finalized his contract with him Bayern from Munich, has signed his new contract for five seasons, until 2026. He is a left-handed footballer who serves to reinforce the defense since he can play as central or from side left.
In addition, in case of need, he can also fill the position of positional midfielder. His successful stage in the Bavarian team supports him: 431 games in which he has won 27 titles, including two Champions League. His presentation will take place after the Eurocup, a competition that he will play with Austria.
Alaba's arrival was an open secret. The negotiations began in 2020, although they accelerated during the first months of 2021. Last Tuesday Alaba was in Madrid looking for residence. Pini Zahavi, representative of the footballer, has been in charge of reaching an agreement with the white club. The player has rejected offers of PSG, Chelsea or Barcelona to fulfill his dream of playing at the Bernabéu. His salary will be around 12 million net per course.
The first step of renovation
It's about the Madrid's first incorporation which is projected for next season, in which Florentino Pérez intends to undertake a staff renewal; For now, Zidane has left and the club is already looking for a new coach. Mbappé continues to be the great objective of this market, although other signings are not ruled out.
His arrival may cause some movements in the squad. Sergio Bouquets, with his renewal stalled, he will have to decide in the coming weeks whether to accept the club's offer or prefer to leave. Varane he still has in mind to leave (and Madrid knows that they must sell him this summer, the last in which they will be able to get a good amount for him); With Alaba in the team, Madrid can now begin to negotiate his departure.