Think about the last great Spanish midfielder to have left a lasting legacy at Anfield and you probably have to go back to Alonso. Sure, Thiago was great - there's no doubt he's world-class.But

Real Madrid are already planning for the summer transfer window after Xabi Alonso is appointed as manager, with the Spanish giants set to go head-to-head with Liverpool for a number of top targets

The Reds are set to hold face-to-face talks as they push to wrap up a marquee forward signing, according to reports

But the Frenchman is not top of their list of central defenders, that honour instead falling to Dean Huijsen. The 20-year-old from Bournemouth is reportedly on the radar of Europe's top clubs, including the Reds, with a £50m release clause meaning he can move this summer.

Real Madrid are one step closer to bringing in central defender Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth, after the 20-year-old reportedly gave the green light to their contract offer. Huijsen is believed to be

Liverpool are expecting to have a busy summer as they look to build a squad capable of retaining the Premier League

After a season without a single major trophy, Real Madrid have a number of holes to fill all across the squad.Set to be under new management shortly as Xabi Alonso replaces Carlo Ancelotti, the club will be taking a new direction.

With Carlo Ancelotti set to bid farewell after three more matches, the winds of change are already blowing at the Santiago Bernabeu. Xabi Alonso, who is widely expected to take over the reins, is