REPORT: Liverpool look to make a swoop for Real Madrid’s midfielder superstar

Asier Illarramendi looks most certain to leave the Bernabeu this summer. The Spanish midfielder, who has failed to impress at Real Madrid and has not been able to establish himself in the first team since joining from Spanish rivals Real Sociedad prior to the 2013/2014 season. Luka Modric’s recent injury too, did not see Illarramendi claim a position in Carlo Ancelotti’s side, with the Brazilian Lucas Silva joining from Cruzeiro and clinching that spot.

Spanish newspaper El Confidencial confirmed on Thursday that Premier League side Liverpool are tracking the progress of the deep-lying midfielder. According to the report, The Reds will challenge Spanish outfit Athletic Bilbao, who had previously tried to complete a move for Illarramendi, while he was still at Real Sociedad. If Liverpool do manage to secure a Champions League, that would be a huge boost in their hopes of signing the former Spanish U-23 international. Further, Spanish international Xabi Alonso has urged his compatriot to join the Anfield side, by suggesting that their style of play may suit him. With a long list of young and talented players at the Merseyside club, it would be a huge boost for manager Brendan Rodgers, if the 24 year old defensive midfielder did decide to sign with his club.