Xabi Alonso praised the "instant impact" of Real Madrid signings Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen on Tuesday, calling the new arrivals "top players" ahead of the team's Club World Cup debut.

New head coach Xabi Alonso has provided few surprises but many academy players in his squad for the tournament.

The arrival of Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool has sparked excitement among Madrid fans. The English right-back, the second confirmed signing for this tournament, has already completed his first training session at Valdebebas, showing good physical condition after his recent call-up with the England national team.