BREAKING NEWS: These five players might not make it to Xabi Alonso’s dream squad despite they are good players.
In about a month, Xabi Alonso is expected to take over as the new manager of Real Madrid, replacing Carlo Ancelotti. One of his first major tasks will be leading the team into the upcoming Club World Cup. Fans are excited about this change, especially because Alonso is a former Real Madrid player who knows the club well and has done a great job as a manager with Bayer Leverkusen.
Even before officially starting his role, some transfer activity has already taken place under his name. Trent Alexander-Arnold, the Liverpool right-back, is very close to joining Real Madrid. Young defender Dean Huijsen has already been announced as a new signing, and another defender, Alvaro Carreras, is being seriously considered for the left-back position. These moves show that the club is actively preparing for a new era under Xabi. And with the summer transfer window still open, more new signings are expected in the coming weeks.
However, not all news is exciting for everyone. According to a recent report from Diario AS, five current Real Madrid players may not have a future at the club under Xabi Alonso’s leadership. While most of the names are not too surprising, there is one player on the list that has raised some eyebrows.
Rodrygo Goes:
Rodrygo has had a very disappointing season. His performances haven’t lived up to expectations, and the club’s leadership has started to lose faith in him. With Vinicius Jr. and Kylian Mbappe likely to be the main attackers in Xabi Alonso’s preferred 4-4-2 formation, Rodrygo may find himself without a clear role. He might not even get as many chances to play next season as he did this year. Many believe that his time at Real Madrid could be coming to an end soon.
David Alaba:
One of the biggest issues with Alaba is his very high salary—he’s currently the third-highest earner at the club. Unfortunately, his performances haven’t justified such a high wage. Now that Dean Huijsen has joined and with Antonio Rudiger and Raul Asencio already doing well, Alaba might fall out of the starting lineup. These three defenders are likely to be Xabi Alonso’s first-choice options at center-back.
Ferland Mendy:
Mendy has struggled with consistency and fitness, and those issues could hurt his chances under the new coach. Xabi Alonso likes full-backs who can contribute more in attack, and Mendy’s attacking ability has always been one of his weaker points. Meanwhile, young Alvaro Carreras is gaining popularity and may take over that position. If Mendy doesn’t improve quickly, he could find himself sidelined.
Dani Ceballos:
Ceballos showed promise earlier in the season and even had some standout performances. But after coming back from injury, his form has dropped. He’s not been able to win back a regular place in midfield, and with Alonso possibly bringing in new midfielders, Ceballos could be one of the players to leave.
Eduardo Camavinga:
This is perhaps the most surprising name on the list. Camavinga is still young and full of potential. While he didn’t have a great season, many fans believe he deserves more time to prove himself. However, the report suggests that if Real Madrid bring in midfielders handpicked by Xabi Alonso, Camavinga’s future could also be in danger. It’s not certain yet, but it’s something to keep an eye on.
In conclusion, while the arrival of Xabi Alonso brings a lot of hope and excitement for Real Madrid’s future, it also means that some tough decisions will be made. Players who haven’t been consistent or don’t fit into the new system may have to leave. The coming months will be crucial as Alonso begins to shape the team in his own image.
