Real Madrid players push for Arbeloa to continue beyond this season | OneFootball

Alvaro Arbeloa took over as the manager of Real Madrid’s first team after Xabi Alonso’s shock sacking and he made it clear from the get-go how he prioritises man-management over tactical brilliance.

Following the template set by many successful Real Madrid coaches in the past, Arbeloa handed his players the freedom to express themselves on the field and saw many names blossom to their season-best form.

He managed the minutes effectively without imposing many tactical instructions.

The results are not as overwhelming as one would expect, but it appears that the team is now finding a sense of stability under him.

With wins over Manchester City and Atletico Madrid in recent weeks, it is clear that they are on a good run of momentum.

A strong internal sentiment

As relayed by MARCA in a recent report, the Real Madrid dressing room wants Arbeloa to stay as the manager next season. They believe he is a brave leader who is close to his players and has great ideas as a manager.

He has completely won over the Real Madrid dressing room and the players feel at ease with him at the helm.

Real Madrid players want Arbeloa to continue. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images)

Arbeloa now has a massive influence on the team and the squad deeply appreciate him for defending them publicly while also being honest and transparent behind the scenes.

Further, the manager has made several efforts to connect with the players and understand them better.

He explains his ideas, exchanges opinions and has established a great relationship with the players.

Los Blancos are also satisfied with him on a tactical front, for while he may not be the most firm tactician, they see him to have addressed many of the team’s shortcomings with his tactical tweaks.

Satisfied with his day-to-day approach and style of play, Real Madrid are also happy with his team and have a great rapport with the entire coaching staff.

Arbeloa has improved the performance of both individuals and the team as a collective this season, and the players thus back him to stay next season.

At Real Madrid, that factor is of paramount importance.