In a recent update from Fichajes, it has been revealed that Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has personally requested the signing of Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Exequiel Palacios. With Luka Modric

The Spanish club's new manager arrived already under pressure and with little time to work. Despite defeat, he's done an impressive job

Real Madrid continues to closely monitor Bayer Leverkusen's movements, a club that has become a source of talent for the top teams in Europe. After closely following Xabi Alonso's growth as a coach and Florian Wirtz's impact in the Bundesliga, now Madrid's interest focuses on Bayer Leverkusen's recent signing: Malik Tillman.