Xabi Alonso has run out of patience with a player whose consistently poor performances and recurring physical problems have cast doubt on his future at Real Madrid. The player is no longer fit enough to contribute effectively on the pitch, nor capable of playing a leading role, prompting the club’s management to make a decisive decision regarding his future.
David Alaba, once considered a cornerstone of the Real Madrid squad, has not been given many opportunities this season, and in the few minutes he has played, he has shown that his best form is behind him. A serious knee injury two years ago, which nearly forced him to retire, has significantly hampered his ability to return to his previous level, resulting in frequent visits to the treatment room.
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Unlike teammates such as Thibaut Courtois or Éder Militão, his recovery has been slower and more complicated due to cartilage damage, limiting his appearances to only minor matches. Furthermore, at 33 years old, he earns the second-highest salary on the team, around €20 million annually, making him a financial burden on the club.
All these factors have led Xabi Alonso and Florentino Pérez to decide his fate, and the final decision is clear: Alaba will leave Real Madrid when his contract expires on June 30 and will not be renewed under any circumstances. Reports from Austria indicate that his likely next destination could be the Saudi Professional League.
