With uncertainty looming of Alonso’s departure to RealMadrid, everyone affiliated with Liverpool are adamant that Xabi stay a red. LFC players and fans alike are deeply disrupted by the ongoing public discussions between Xabi Alonso and his suitors Real Madrid. The Galaticos are no doubt back, having spent over 200 million euros on new superstars that include Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Kaka.

The off season transfer talk is either hated or loved by football fans but never ignored. However, I don’t recall seeing a transfer situation quite like Xabi Alonso’s. The crafty multi faceted mid fielder had a wonderful 2009 and quickly became a fan favorite.

Regardless of public support, Xabi Alonso has publicly stated in various Spanish media especially Real Madrid’s megaphone “Marca” his desire to play for the royal squad. Most recently he handed LFC his transfer request. Xabi keeps one foot in Anfield and his eye on El Bernabeu dispite a worldwide audience pleading with the player to stay in Liverpool. During Liverpool’s preseason run in Asia, signs begging "Xabi to stay" were the only white spots in an otherwise sea of red. Asian make shift Kop’s serenaded songs in broken English to the disgruntled player. Seems everyone wants Xabi to stay but Xabi Alonso. Looks like LFC will eventually part with the mid-fielder but he will go under their terms only.

There is no doubt that Alonso is incredibly important to what LFC want to accomplish. Looking ahead to the season, we thank the heavens that the end is near for the summer transfer window. Xabi will continue to play an important role for Liverpool if he stays put. Despite his desire to play elsewhere, Liverpool supporters will continue to cheer even if his heart is in Madrid. I’m still baffled by the overwhelming support Xabi gets for not wanting to be a red. Liverpool Supporters want a winning team, but why do we insist on loving a player that doesn’t love us back?