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Mbappé & Stars Bid Farewell to Ex-Madrid Coach Alonso
13 Jan
Summary
- Kylian Mbappé praised Xabi Alonso's clear ideas and football knowledge.
- Rodrygo and other players thanked Alonso for trust and learning opportunities.
- Alonso's departure followed strained relations with Vinícius Júnior.
Kylian Mbappé and several Real Madrid players have publicly expressed their gratitude towards coach Xabi Alonso following his departure after less than eight months. Mbappé shared a tribute on Instagram, thanking Alonso for confidence and highlighting his clear footballing vision. Other notable players like Rodrygo, Thibaut Courtois, Antonio Rüdiger, and Dani Carvajal also conveyed their appreciation for his guidance and the shared experiences.
The decision to part ways with Alonso was officially announced as a mutual agreement, but sources indicate it was a dismissal. Several factors reportedly contributed to this, including difficulties in managing the relationship with Vinícius Júnior, subpar team performance, and disappointing sporting outcomes. The club's announcement came shortly after a 3-2 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final.
Alonso had faced significant pressure prior to the winter break due to a period with only two wins in eight matches. However, the team had shown improvement with five victories before their recent defeat. Despite this, Real Madrid currently trails LaLiga leaders Barcelona by four points.
