Real Madrid is facing a difficult period filled with doubts and inconsistencies. Although Xabi Alonso’s arrival was seen as the beginning of a new era for the team, the project has been rapidly losing momentum with each passing match. Disappointing draws against Rayo Vallecano and Elche, coupled with a resounding defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League, have eroded the patience of the club’s fans, who had expected much better performances.
The Xabi Alonso Effect:
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As time has passed, it has become clear that the “Xabi effect” is nothing more than an illusion. Reports from the dressing room reveal that some players are beginning to feel uncomfortable with his rigid style, which contrasts sharply with that of his predecessor, Carlo Ancelotti, who granted the team greater freedom. Despite Xabi’s attempts to implement new formations and experiment with attacking and defensive tactics, the team has appeared disjointed and unable to control the flow of the game. Even prominent analysts, such as Paolo Maldini, have pointed out that the problem is “structural,” further increasing the pressure on Real Madrid’s new coach.
The Expected Replacement: Jürgen Klopp
Amid these crises, talk has begun of a potential change in management. Jürgen Klopp, the German coach most supported by the club’s board, is considered the leading candidate to replace Xabi Alonso if the poor results continue. Klopp has always been club president Florentino Pérez’s top choice, given his exceptional ability to instill discipline and a strong personality in the dressing room,something Real Madrid desperately needs right now. However, Klopp isn’t the only coach being considered.
The Dressing Room Conflict: Mbappé and Zidane
Herein lies the real conflict within the club. One player wields significant influence in the dressing room: Kylian Mbappé. The French star, who has become a major figure within the team, is opposed to Jürgen Klopp taking the reins at Real Madrid. Mbappé shows no enthusiasm for Klopp’s style and fears that his arrival would curtail his freedom of movement and playing time. Conversely, Mbappé believes that the coach who best understands him and brings out his best is Zinedine Zidane.
Zidane: The Legend Mbappé Desires
Zidane is not only a Real Madrid icon but also the coach who led the team to three consecutive Champions League titles. Under Zidane, Real Madrid players felt a sense of harmony, confidence, and attacking freedom that allowed them to shine. For Mbappé, Zidane represents more than just stability; he embodies a style of play perfectly suited to his abilities as a striker.
Mbappé’s Clear Message
According to sources close to Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé has already made his preference clear. In private conversations within the dressing room and in his communications with the board, the French star has emphasized that if the decision is made to dismiss Xabi Alonso, he demands the return of Zinedine Zidane to lead the team. His message is clear: if Zidane is not the next coach, his future with Real Madrid will be in doubt.
