Overview

• Alejandro Grimaldo told MARCA there was always a possibility of joining Real Madrid and that he held conversations with Xabi Alonso.
• Real Madrid’s decision to bring in Álvaro Carreras removed the opening for a reunion with Alonso, according to Grimaldo.
• The Spain international said there was perhaps a chance to return to Barcelona, but the move did not materialise.
• Barcelona finished the window without adding a left-back, leaning on Alejandro Balde and Gerard Martin after prioritising two wingers and a goalkeeper.
• Grimaldo acknowledged talks with Atlético de Madrid led nowhere and stressed his focus on performing for Bayer Leverkusen, with future interest only a possibility.