Florentino Perez wins again, Laporta confirms to Hansi Flick: Real Madrid have signed the player, it’s over

Barcelona is aiming to satisfy Hansi Flick by bolstering the team with several new signings for next season, with one of his key targets being Alexander Arnold. As is often the case, the Catalan club seeks to disrupt or thwart Real Madrid’s plans, evident in their pursuit of players like Davies and Wirtz, much like their previous attempts with Güler and Endrick. The latest move in this ongoing strategy is their attempt to sign Arnold.

According to the Spanish newspaper *Defensa Central*, Flick wants to shift Koundé to the center of defense and has requested a specialized right-back. However, Arnold is reportedly close to joining Real Madrid, a situation that was confirmed by Laporta to Flick, signaling Barcelona’s acknowledgment of the loss in this particular transfer battle.

Despite Arnold’s expressed admiration for Barcelona’s playing style, he regards Real Madrid as the best team in the world and is committed to their ambitious project. Although Real Madrid has one of the world’s best squads, they remain strong contenders for all titles, despite a rocky start to the season. The true challenge, however, lies in merging these stars into a well-coordinated unit, as any lack of cohesion could hinder their collective strength.