In a recent update from Fichajes, it has been revealed that Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has personally requested the signing of Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Exequiel Palacios. With Luka Modric

The glitz and glamor that are a defining element of the Real Madrid experience were on full display at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, complete with the Club World Cup's second-biggest crowd so far and a win over Borussia Dortmund to book a spot in the semifinals.

Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso has a huge selection call to make ahead of his team's Club World Cup semifinal clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday.