Fans wonder if his path leads back to Liverpool

Xabi Alonso’s time at Real Madrid is getting tense after defeats to Celta Vigo and Manchester City, winning just two from eight. With his future hinging on the next matches, rumours link him again to Liverpool. One more loss and even the Bernabéu coffee machines might start sweating.

Despite the heat, Jude Bellingham says the squad stands by him, insisting no one’s giving up yet. Liverpool, meanwhile, keeps faith in Arne Slot — for now.