Alvaro Arbeloa joins Fulham, reigniting past rivalry with Xabi Alonso

Alvaro Arbeloa, the seasoned Spanish defender who has featured for clubs such as Liverpool and Real Madrid, has completed his move to Fulham this season. Arbeloa and Xabi Alonso shared the pitch at both Liverpool and Real Madrid, where they often found themselves on opposite sides of the battle.

Their reunion in England now sets the stage for a fresh rivalry in the Premier League, as Arbeloa dons the Fulham shirt. The coaching staff expect his experience to solidify the back line and aid the club's ambitions.