Real Madrid is experiencing a state of anticipation and tension regarding crucial decisions about the future of the coaching staff. The issue is no longer solely about on-field results; it now concerns the direction of the entire team for the current and upcoming seasons. The atmosphere in the dressing room has become a major focus for management, especially after a series of events revealed divisions within the squad and voices of influential players opposing any ill-considered changes.
Amid this tension, a clear stance has emerged from key players such as Aurélien Tchouaméni and Kylian Mbappé, who have expressed strong reservations about potential changes in the team’s leadership. According to sources close to the club, the duo believes that sacking the current coach, Xabi Alonso, or hiring a new one might not resolve the crisis and could instead lead to further turmoil within the dressing room.
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Tchouaméni and Mbappé have made it clear that the responsibility does not rest solely with the coach but also with certain players who have mishandled difficult situations, such as Vinicius Junior, Fede Valverde, and Jude Bellingham, whose individual behavior has complicated matters. According to the French duo, any new coach would face the same challenges and may struggle to achieve the expected harmony.
The two players emphasized the importance of Xabi Alonso remaining at the helm, highlighting his positive start, including a victory over Barcelona for the first time in two years, and stressed that he deserves the trust of the club before seeking a replacement—a move they consider risky. Even the leading candidate for the position, Santiago Solari, raises concerns for Tchouaméni and Mbappé due to his previous tenure, which was marked by rapid failure and instability.
The decision now rests with Florentino Pérez, who is carefully considering all options while facing growing pressure from senior players demanding that the team’s stability be maintained and rejecting any hasty decisions that could revive past problems. It appears that the future of the coaching staff hinges on the board’s response to this internal pressure, with the understanding that any misstep could jeopardize the entire season.
