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Liverpool look set to be given cold shoulder by Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso
LIVERPOOL look set to be snubbed this summer in a bid to re-sign Xabi Alonso.
The Spaniard has spent the past four seasons at the Bernebeu although this season has been somewhat turbulent given Jose Mourinho's public falling-out with the majority of his squad.
Alonso, who has been stalling on a new deal, was tight-lipped about an emotional return to Liverpool despite being a Kop favourite during his time there.
And it seems the Reds may not be able to facilitate his return.
Football website Goal reports AC Milan are pondering over tabling a bid for Alonso.
They also note Real have set a £12.6m asking price for Alonso, and are prepared to cash in on him if an offer comes in for him.
Chelsea and Inter have also been linked with a move for him, though neither club are yet to lodge a bid.