Aspen: Whether Alaba renews his contract depends on his physical condition, and the World Cup will be a unique incentive

According to the "AS" report, Alaba played an indispensable role in Austria's qualification for the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. This is undoubtedly great news, because he has not had many playing opportunities at the club and his future is full of uncertainty. But the World Cup will provide him with extra motivation for at least the next time.

Rangnick's trust in Alaba is the key. In the national team, Alaba's status is unshakable. The relationship between Alaba and Rangnick is very close. During last year's European Cup, Alaba missed the game due to a serious knee injury, but Rangnick still gave him the dual role of captain and member of the coaching staff.

This trust is two-way. When the Austrian Football Association's top brass criticized Rangnick's tactics, which led to the team's defeat in the UEFA Nations League play-offs, Alaba came to the coach's defence. Alaba firmly stated: "They don't understand football, and this is not the first time they have made remarks that our players find unacceptable. We don't understand why our coach is attacked from within..." This is a strong defense.

For Alaba, this World Cup is not only the pinnacle of his personal career, but also a measure of his future. He will turn 34 when his current contract ends (June 30 next year). At present, Real Madrid has not discussed his contract extension, as any decision will depend on his physical condition. He has made just two starts this season, against Almaty and Getafe, but was substituted against Getafe due to calf discomfort. Initially diagnosed as overexertion, he finally rested for 18 days before returning.

Alonso has made it clear that Alaba's playing time will depend on the performance of Huizen, Militao, Raul Asensio and Rudiger who is waiting to return. In addition, youth player Juan Martinez is also applying pressure, and the competition for places in the team is fierce, but the World Cup will be a unique incentive.

source:kết quả tỷ số 7m