Thursday, July 16, 2009

Liverpool Turn To Young As Real Close On Alonso


Liverpool will be installed as the favourites to sign Aston Villa winger Ashley Young if Xabi Alonso is sold to Real Madrid.

That move is looking increasingly likely as the Spain international is keen on a switch to the Bernabeu and a £27million deal could be concluded by the end of the week.

Any cash being deposited in the Anfield coffers will not stay there long, however, as Rafa Benitez will make a move for England international Young before seeking a direct replacement for Alonso.

Liverpool are keen on Stewart Downing but consider Young to be an upgrade of the Middlesbrough winger.

No comments: