Real Madrid face Valencia in La Liga, looking to continue their hot streak after beating Barcelona in the El Clasico last weekend. They are again in the Santiag

Real Madrid attacker Xabi Alonso is expected to start Vinicius Junior in Saturday's La Liga clash with Valencia. Vinicius reacted furiously to being substituted in El Clasico last time out, and there is currently widespread speculation surrounding the Brazil international's future at Bernabeu.

Real Madrid currently sit top of the table with a five point buffer ahead of Barcelona and will aim to keep the momentum with a home victory over Valencia. Xabi Alonso’s men have won 12 of their 13 matches across all competitions,

Real Madrid will look to take care of business against a struggling Valencia and maintain its La Liga lead this weekend before turning to its demanding match at Liverpool. Xabi Alonso’s team visits Anfield in a clash of European title hopefuls next Tuesday in the Champions League.

Los Blancos have been almost note-perfect this term, winning nine of their 10 matches, with their only defeat in La Liga coming away to capital rivals Atletico Madrid, while they have also been victorious in their opening three games in the league phase of the Champions League.

Real Madrid have made a decision over Trent Alexander-Arnold ahead of their La Liga clash against Valencia with Dani Carvajal ruled out through a knee injury