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Real Madrid: the scenario of a duo to take over from Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid: Pérez has two candidates to succeed Xabi Alonso

The future of the Madrid bench is beginning to spark internal speculation. Should Xabi Alonso decide not to continue his journey at Real Madrid, the club already has a well-considered contingency plan in place. Behind the scenes, Álvaro Arbeloa, the current Castilla manager, is seen as a credible option to ensure a smooth transition.

A respected former player of Los Blancos, Arbeloa has, for several seasons, been regarded as a coach with high potential—capable of embodying institutional continuity. If promoted, he would be joined by Antonio Pintus returning to a central role. Pintus, a renowned figure in physical preparation, has seen his influence reduced under the current staff.

In a fragile sporting context, marked by a depleted squad and inconsistent performances, the management is closely monitoring the evolution of results. The victory at Alavés offers Xabi Alonso only brief respite, and the momentum over the coming weeks will be decisive for the future of the project.