Alonso targets Champions League success

Real spent an unprescedented amount of money in the summer transfer window and are targeting success in Europe, following several disappointing years.

“The Champions League is the primary objective for Real Madrid this season,” he said.

“The title will not be easy though as the competition is very open.

“We know the race will be hard because there are many strong clubs from England and Italy.

“But to win the trophy would be spectacular for us.”

The Champions League final this season is to be played at the Bernabeu.

He added: “The attraction to play the final at home is enormous but I do not believe it brings greater pressure.

“For clubs like Madrid we are obliged to fight on all fronts each season.”