ALVARO ARBELOA yesterday completed his transfer from Liverpool to Real Madrid – with Bernabeu president Florentino Perez under increasing pressure to ensure Xabi Alonso follows suit.

by CARL ELDRIDGE Liverpool defender Alvaro Arbeloa has made the move to Real Madrid after the two clubs agreed a 3.5m fee — now the waiting game begins as to whether or not Xavi Alonso follows him.

Liverpool have agreed a fee with Real Madrid to

Liverpool’s Arbeloa says Real Madrid move close

Alvaro Arbeloa’s agent says the Liverpool defender is still wanted by Real Madrid and could complete a 4.5million return to Spain next week.

Real Madrid are still hoping to sign both Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa from Liverpool.

Liverpool have reportedly seen off late interest from Barcelona to sign Spanish teenage sensation Jesus Fernandez, 16.

Liverpool defender and Real Madrid target Alvaro Arbeloa looks set to leave Anfield this summer, according to his agent.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez insists the signing of Glen Johnson does not necessarily mean Alvaro Arbeloa’s days at Anfield are numbered.

LIVERPOOL boss Rafa Benitez is ready to cash in on defender Alvaro Arbeloa

Alvaro Arbeloa has admitted he would be “lying” if he said he would definitely be a Liverpool player next season.