Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says they want Xabi Alonso to sign his new deal.

The midfielder's current contract expires in June.

"We all want him to continue in Madrid. Carlo Ancelotti would like him to and I would like also him to renew as a Christmas present to me.

"We would be happy for him to continue with us next season."

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