Real Madrid leadership to back ‘in-house’ solution if Alonso is sacked | OneFootball

The tension in the Spanish capital has seemingly taken a slight back seat after Real Madrid’s win over Deportivo Alaves at the weekend.

Given the adversities through which the team fought to get the job done on the night, the administration was given enough to retain their faith in Xabi Alonso for the time being.

Yet, it is too early to say that Alonso’s job is secure and it is critical that the team keep up the same level and get positive results in the coming days.

The replacement in mind

As relayed by El Chiringuito TV in a recent report, Real Madrid continue to be prepared to deal with the worst in the coming weeks, and efforts have been made to identify potential replacements for a situation where Alonso’s sacking becomes inevitable.

According to the outlet, the priority now is to hire an ‘in-house’ solution as the next first-team manager should Alonso leave, and the idea of bringing in a big name is ruled out.

Xabi Alonso’s job is on the line. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)

The administration is reportedly backing Alvaro Arbeloa, the subsidiary team coach, to take a step up and perform for the first team if such a situation arises, and they seemingly have solid confidence in his abilities. Their choice, thus, is clear.

Contrary to reports earlier this month, the likes of Zinedine Zidane and Jurgen Klopp do not appear to be viable options at the moment.

Should Alonso be sacked and an ‘in-house’ solution be appointed, they could well make way for a bigger name in the summer.

All eyes, for now, are on the team’s two final games of the calendar year before the team disperses for the Christmas break.