Official: Real Madrid dismisses Xabi Alonso

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Xabi Alonso is no longer the coach of Real Madrid. The white club has officially announced the dismissal of the Basque coach after the defeat in the Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona, a result that hastened a decision that had been maturing in recent weeks.

The announcement was made through an official statement in which the club emphasized the consensual nature of the departure and the mutual respect between the parties. Álvaro Arbeloa will take over the reins at Real Madrid until the end of the season.

Xabi Alonso, a farewell marked by the pressure of the white bench

Xabi Alonso's time on the Real Madrid bench has been conditioned by constant demands. Despite moments of good play and competitiveness, the results did not fully support the project.

The lost final in the Super Cup acted as the final trigger. In a club where titles set the pace, every defeat carries double weight. The board understood that it was time to change the sporting direction.

Official Statement: Xabi Alonso.

— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) January 12, 2026

Florentino Pérez makes the decision

Florentino Pérez has been clear. The president believes the team needs a new impetus to face the remaining season in LaLiga and in other competitions. Although the statement speaks of mutual agreement, institutional and media pressure has been decisive.

The club wanted to handle the situation with care. The official message emphasizes that Xabi Alonso is and will be a legend of Real Madrid, highlighting his professionalism and commitment.

Immediate Uncertainty at Real Madrid

At the moment, there has been no announcement regarding who will lead the team after Xabi Alonso's departure. The club is working quietly as the squad faces transitional days. The schedule is relentless, and LaLiga continues, making the choice of the next coach crucial. Various interim and longer-term options are being considered at Valdebebas, but no final decision has been made.

A New Chapter, Not the End

For Xabi Alonso, this departure does not signify an end. His legacy remains respected within the club and Spanish football. The statement itself leaves the door open for future reunions, emphasizing that Real Madrid will always be his home.

Official Statement: Álvaro Arbeloa.

— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) January 12, 2026

Now, the focus shifts to the immediate future of the Real Madrid bench. With Florentino Pérez at the helm, the club begins a new era after Xabi Alonso's departure, aware that every step will be scrutinized closely in LaLiga.

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