Florentino Pérez takes shot at Liverpool over Xabi Alonso's price tag

• Fees 'don't correspond to reality' says Real Madrid president
• We'll find the Spanish players we want in our youth side

Florentino Pérez, the Real Madrid president, has claimed that Liverpool are out of touch with reality in asking £30m for Xabi Alonso.

Madrid are keen to buy Alonso and the midfielder has indicated he would welcome the move but, in the latest episode in the long-running battle between the clubs over the Spain international, Pérez has criticised Liverpool's stance.

"Some people obviously thought that, because we said we wanted more Spanish players, they could ask for fees which don't correspond to reality," he said. "A year ago certain players we've asked about would have cost less than half the price we're being quoted now. If necessary, we'll find the Spanish players we would like for the squad in our youth side."

Pérez happily spent £80m on Cristiano Ronaldo and £56m on Kaka this summer but has been more resistant to paying large amounts for Spanish players. He concluded that Valencia were asking too much for David Villa and would like Liverpool to lower their demands on Alonso.

Benítez has suggested that he will not stand in Alonso's way if the player wants to move and Liverpool get a suitable fee.

My views : Then please BlOODY F**K Off! Stop all your interest in my Xabi and find your own in the youth team, B**TARD !