Decision made: This will be Xabi Alonso's replacement at Real Madrid

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The Real Madrid is going through days of maximum tension on its bench. The continuity of Xabi Alonso is in doubt, and his future could be decided in the imminent Champions League clash against Manchester City. According to the latest information, a defeat against the English team would mean the end of his time at Chamartín. The relationship between the coach and part of the squad has deteriorated in recent weeks, and although the club has not made an official decision, everything points to the fact that the era of the Basque manager is closer to its end than to its continuity.

Faced with this scenario, the Real Madrid sports management has been working for days on the possible replacement. With prestigious names on the table, some of them have been ruled out for various reasons. The club seeks to avoid improvisations and is looking for a profile familiar with the club, understanding the magnitude of the position and capable of providing stability. It is within this context that the figure of Álvaro Arbeloa emerges strongly, gaining ground to become the number one candidate.

Klopp and Zidane, ruled out for different reasons

For weeks, the environment surrounding Real Madrid has speculated about the possibility of Jürgen Klopp taking over the reigns at the Merengues' bench. His departure from Liverpool and his international prestige seemed to fit the club's demands. However, Florentino Pérez has dismissed this option, considering that the German does not fit the current project and will look for a break after his time at Anfield. Therefore, the operation lacks real viability.

Another name that always comes up when Real Madrid needs a coach is that of Zinedine Zidane. The Frenchman, a club legend and the manager of three consecutive Champions League titles, is always on the radar. However, according to various sources, Zidane's top priority is to one day manage the French national team, an objective he is not willing to change. This preference distances him from the white bench in the short term, leaving the path clear for other candidates.

Arbeloa, the top favorite to take charge

With Klopp and Zidane out of the equation, all eyes turn to Álvaro Arbeloa. The former right-back, currently a coach within Real Madrid's youth system, has convinced the board with his leadership skills, his identity with the club, and his excellent performance in youth categories. Florentino Pérez particularly values his firm character, his rapport with the young players, and his deep knowledge of the squad and the club.

Furthermore, Arbeloa is seen as a figure capable of restoring discipline and order to a squad that has been tense in recent months. His presence garners consensus at Valdebebas, and many internal voices believe that his promotion to the first team is a matter of time. If Xabi Alonso does not pass the test against Manchester City, the transition could be immediate.

A decision that will shape the season

The choice of the new coach will be crucial to maintain stability in Real Madrid's sports project. Arbeloa represents continuity, internal knowledge, and natural authority, factors the board deems essential in such a delicate moment. Additionally, his arrival could boost several youth players and bring a fresh perspective to the first team.

Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso faces a decisive test that could change everything. If he falls against Manchester City, his era could come to an end, definitively opening the door to Arbeloa's ascent. In any case, Real Madrid has already set its course: the replacement is ready, and the future points to a coach from within the club.

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