The tension in the Real Madrid locker room has reached its peak after the disappointing 2-0 defeat against Celta de Vigo. Head coach Xabi Alonso is under intense scrutiny from the board, and his future on the white bench hangs by a thread.
Reports indicate that the team’s next key match could be the ultimatum for the Spanish manager.
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The Ultimatum Against City
Sources close to the club suggest that the Champions League match against Manchester City will be Alonso’s last chance to save his job. Another defeat or a poor performance could trigger his imminent dismissal, given the deep unrest caused by recent results.
The relationship between Xabi Alonso and the board has deteriorated significantly, increasing the pressure on the coach.
The Two Names in the Running
With Alonso’s possible dismissal, the question is who would take charge of the team. According to information from The Athletic, it is unclear whether Real Madrid would seek the return of Zinedine Zidane, as the Frenchman still desires to manage his country’s national team.
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Another high-profile candidate is Jürgen Klopp, but it won’t be easy. Sources indicate that the German coach is happy with his current position at Red Bull. Real Madrid now faces a critical decision that will define the course of their season.
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