Florentino Pérez achieves it, Klopp will coach Real Madrid

For weeks now, there has been talk of the possible arrival of the German to the merengue bench as a replacement for Xabi Alonso.

Héctor Andreu | 19 Dec 2025 | 20.15
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Jürgen Klopp reappears strongly on the radar of Real Madrid. With Xabi Alonso under increasing pressure, the name of the German coach has been placed at the center of the strategic debate at the white club.

The situation regarding the Santiago Bernabéu bench is not stable. Although Xabi Alonso maintains public support, there is a feeling in the offices that the project has not yet fully taken off.

In that context, Jürgen Klopp represents a profile that has always intrigued Florentino Pérez. Leadership, experience at the highest level, and a recognizable football concept are his main endorsements.

Jürgen Klopp will not arrive in January, but opens the door for the summer

As reported by DefensaCentral, the circle around Jürgen Klopp has sent a clear message to Real Madrid. The German coach does not consider joining the club in January under any circumstances. Currently, Klopp serves as a director of football in the Red Bull structure, overseeing projects such as Salzburg or Leipzig. A role that keeps him active but away from the day-to-day of coaching.

However, the door is not closed. Looking ahead to next July, Jürgen Klopp would indeed be willing to seriously consider his arrival at the Bernabéu if the right conditions are met.

Klopp's sporting demands to accept the challenge

The arrival of Jürgen Klopp would not be conditioned by an exorbitant salary. The German does not prioritize the financial aspect but the sporting one. His main demand is to strengthen the defensive axis. He considers it essential to incorporate a top-level center-back to compete in Europe with guarantees.

Names like Upamecano or Marc Guéhi are seen as well-valued options. Both fit the physical and competitive profile that Klopp requires for his system. Additionally, Jürgen Klopp has requested a reinforcement for the midfield. A player with the ability to sustain pace, pressure, and ball distribution. This list includes profiles like Angelo Stiller, Adam Wharton, or Kees Smit. Players with room for growth and immediate fit in a demanding structure.

Klopp confident of joining Real Madrid

Florentino Pérez and a well-defined medium-term plan

At the top of Real Madrid, they are aware that signing Jürgen Klopp would involve a significant sports investment. But they also believe it would be a safe bet. Florentino Pérez particularly values the German's ability to manage powerful dressing rooms and maximize collective performance without the need for constant revolutions.

Therefore, the white club's president has conveyed to Klopp his willingness to seriously consider his requests if the coaching change finally takes place.

Xabi Alonso does not give up, complicating the scenario

Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso does not contemplate leaving the project. The Basque coach has informed those around him that he trusts in reversing the situation and establishing himself as the first team's coach.

This stance forces the club to handle several simultaneous scenarios. The immediate future will depend to a large extent on the results, especially in the Spanish Super Cup. If the team fails, Xabi's continuity could be seriously compromised. If he responds, the club may choose to keep him until the end of the season.

Real Madrid's alternatives in case of a breakup

In the event of an early termination, Real Madrid does not consider the immediate arrival of Jürgen Klopp. The most likely option would be an interim coach. Santiago Solari, Álvaro Arbeloa, or even Zinedine Zidane emerge as temporary solutions to close the season without jeopardizing the future.

The ideal scenario for Florentino Pérez is to hold on with Xabi Alonso until June and then activate Jürgen Klopp's arrival, already with the project tailored to him. At the Bernabéu, they are aware that the German is not a recurring opportunity. That's why Jürgen Klopp has become the ace up Real Madrid's sleeve for a potential change of era.

Real Madrid is currently a powder keg as Xabi Alonso continues to struggle for success, and by summer, many things could happen, among them... Klopp becoming the new white coach.

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