RAFA BENITEZ insists Xabi Alonso will remain at Anfield beyond this summer.
The 27-year-old’s future has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks with Arsenal, Manchester City and Real Madrid all linked with a move for the Spaniard.
Alonso, who is fit to return to the squad for tomorrow’s clash at West Brom, has enjoyed an impressive campaign at the heart of Liverpool’s midfield.
And the Reds boss has ruled out sacrificing him to fund any squad rebuilding.
“Xabi has been doing really well this season,†Benitez said.
“He’s a key player for us and with him being fit again it will give us a different option in midfield.
“Xabi has been talking about how he wants to stay here and we certainly want to keep him so I don’t think there will be any problems.â€
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The 27-year-old’s future has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks with Arsenal, Manchester City and Real Madrid all linked with a move for the Spaniard.
Alonso, who is fit to return to the squad for tomorrow’s clash at West Brom, has enjoyed an impressive campaign at the heart of Liverpool’s midfield.
And the Reds boss has ruled out sacrificing him to fund any squad rebuilding.
“Xabi has been doing really well this season,†Benitez said.
“He’s a key player for us and with him being fit again it will give us a different option in midfield.
“Xabi has been talking about how he wants to stay here and we certainly want to keep him so I don’t think there will be any problems.â€
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