Moroccan international Brahim Diaz is set to make his mark in La Liga this Tuesday, August 19, with Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, where they will face Osasuna. Diaz is among the 22 players selected by coach Xabi Alonso, who announced his squad yesterday. The young Spanish-Moroccan talent, Thiago Pitarch, is also included. As an attacking midfielder, Brahim Diaz is a key asset for Alonso, who expressed high praise for him during a press conference. «I've seen him in excellent form. I know him well; he brings something unique to the team», said Xabi Alonso. The coach highlighted that the Atlas Lion «has an exceptional understanding of positioning» and «excels in tight spaces». «It's no surprise to see him performing at this level», he added. Xabi Alonso clearly recognizes the qualities in Brahim Diaz that Real Madrid will need as they kick off the season, particularly in closely contested matches where skillful play in confined areas can make all the difference. In addition to Brahim Diaz, Alonso is counting on the club's star players for the season's start, including Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Júnior.
