David Alaba is not giving up on his place at Real Madrid just yet.
The 33-year-old defender is pushing himself through a tough preseason, determined to make the upcoming campaign a turning point in his career.
After a season cut short by injuries, Alaba knows this might be his last real shot to prove his worth at the Bernabeu. With Xabi Alonso taking charge, there’s fresh energy at the club, and the Austrian wants to be part of it.
He’s been focused on regaining full fitness and showing that he still belongs at the top level. Alaba is not thinking about the past or his injury setbacks. Instead, he’s chasing a strong season to remind everyone, and himself, of the player he still is.
Reports in Marca say Alaba believes one good season could keep his Real Madrid dream alive and possibly earn him a contract extension.
He featured just 14 times in all competitions last season but isn’t letting that number define him.
