Real Madrid have announced that they have decided to part ways with manager Xabi Alonso with immediate effect.
“Real Madrid CF announces that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to end his time as first team coach,” the statement from the club read.
Alonso was brought in as manager back in June 2025, replacing Carlo Ancelotti, who left for the Brazilian national team.
Despite showing positive signs during his time at the club, the 44-year-old tactician has largely found things difficult, especially over the past month or two, with injuries, poor results, and dressing room unrest causing problems.
The recent Spanish Super Cup semifinal win over Atletico Madrid was believed to have earned him more time to stabilise things.
But following last night’s final loss to FC Barcelona has prompted the club to act, with Florentino Perez & co. axing the manager.
“Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all Madrid fans because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values of our club. Real Madrid will always be his home,” the statement continued.
“Our club thanks Xabi Alonso and his entire technical team for their work and dedication during this time, and wishes them the best of luck in this new stage of their lives.”
It will now be interesting to see who Real Madrid bring in as replacement, with names such as Castilla head coach Alvaro Arbeloa and former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp being linked in the recent past.