Xabi Alonso Leaves Real Madrid; Alvaro Arbeloa Appointed as New Manager

Xabi Alonso's tenure as Real Madrid manager ended by mutual agreement after seven months marked by poor results, internal unrest, and a Spanish Super Cup final loss to Barcelona. Alonso criticized player attitudes and faced challenges managing star egos. His successor, Alvaro Arbeloa, a former player and Castilla coach, pledged to restore the team's winning culture. Players like Jude Bellingham denied involvement in any revolt against Alonso. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick praised Alonso's coaching abilities and future prospects.