The Real Madrid star David Alaba has been mentioned as a possible departure from the club in recent months, doubts having been born as to his role under the direction of Xabi Alonso.
The veteran defender is back from injury after a third operation in two years.
Alaba was the holder under Carlo Ancelotti before a serious injury to the crossed ligaments, which required a second intervention. Four months after his return, Alaba injured his knee again, requiring surgery in April. The Merengues seem to entrust their future to Eder Militao and Dean Huijsen, and would have proposed to terminate his contract this summer. Alaba would also have been the subject of several offers.
David Alaba responds to transfer rumors
The 33 -year -old has been mentioned for a transfer to Turkey and Serie in recent weeks, but before Austria's shock against Cyprus, Alaba reacted firmly to the rumors of departure.
Alaba returns from injury.
“I have been in football for a long time for rumors to be part of the business. Fortunately, I do not dwell too much on this kind of thing, and I laughed a lot, because none of this was true; They were just lies, “said Diario As.
Alaba has not yet played under the direction of Xabi Alonso, and doubts hover over his ability to compete for a place of holder this season. However, he seemed confident about his physical condition.
“I feel good now; I have progressed a lot lately. I think I could play 90 minutes with the national team, even if I don't know if it would make sense. We will see how I feel in the next games. My goal is to play and be on the ground. ”
He was then holder and played 70 minutes for Austria on Saturday evening, during the 1-0 victory against Cyprus in the World Cup qualifiers. It was his first tenure since April.
