Official: Real Madrid star leaves the club

Real Madrid have stunned fans with an official announcement on their website.

Details: Austrian centre-back David Alaba is officially leaving the Royal club. Both parties have mutually agreed to terminate the contract, paving the way for the long-time defensive leader of Los Blancos to enter the transfer market as a free agent.

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Thus, Alaba's spell in Madrid has come to an end, leaving behind La Liga and Champions League triumphs.

For Europe’s top clubs, this news is a real call to action. Despite missing a significant chunk of the season due to a serious knee injury and a lengthy rehabilitation, Alaba’s immense experience, leadership, and versatility on the pitch make him the most coveted “free” target of this summer.

It’s worth noting that the Austrian defender made 15 appearances for Madrid this season—without any goal contributions.

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