Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso’s Future Hangs by a Thread

After a disappointing defeat against Celta de Vigo, the future of Xabi Alonso has become a pressing concern for Real Madrid‘s management. The club’s executives convened for an urgent meeting following the match, deliberating for several hours on the Basque coach’s future. According to reports from El Mundo, the primary focus of this discussion was whether to retain Alonso as head coach. The consensus appears clear: his upcoming match against Manchester City in the Champions League will be pivotal for his tenure.

Internally, discussions have framed the next three fixtures—against Athletic Club, Celta de Vigo, and Manchester City—as a final examination for Alonso. His performance in these matches will likely determine if he retains his position. Notably, Alonso’s post-match comments did not sit well with club officials. He suggested that the absence of Éder Militão significantly impacted the team’s performance, stating, “We struggled to recover mentally from that.” Such remarks have raised eyebrows among the hierarchy at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Pressure Mounts Ahead of Key Matches

The atmosphere around Real Madrid is increasingly tense as they prepare for crucial encounters. Despite internal divisions regarding Alonso’s leadership, the decision was made to keep him at least until after facing Manchester City. However, it’s widely acknowledged that a significant portion of the dressing room is no longer fully behind him. As a precautionary measure, club officials have started exploring potential replacements should Alonso’s situation worsen.

Potential Successors Under Consideration

The names being floated as possible successors include two high-profile figures: Zinédine Zidane and Jürgen Klopp. Both coaches have extensive experience and success in top-flight football, making them attractive options for a club of Real Madrid’s stature. Additionally, Ramón Álvarez de Mon has highlighted Alvaro Arbeloa as another candidate under consideration by the board. As speculation swirls, fans are left wondering how this will impact team morale and performance in the coming weeks.

With critical matches on the horizon, including a showdown against Pep Guardiola‘s Manchester City, Xabi Alonso finds himself at a crossroads. Will he rise to the occasion and secure his place at one of football’s most prestigious clubs? Or will he face the inevitable consequences of failure? Only time will tell.