Overview
- Real Madrid confirmed Xabi Alonso’s exit after a 3-2 Supercopa loss to Barcelona and promoted Álvaro Arbeloa from Castilla to lead the first team on an interim basis.
- Cadena SER reported that seven players complained about Alonso’s methods to senior officials, including Florentino Pérez, a claim not corroborated by the club.
- Jude Bellingham dismissed stories of a clash with Alonso on his JB5 app, calling the reports “a load of s***” and accusing unnamed “sources” of spreading misinformation.
- Jürgen Klopp told Servus TV he has received no contact from Real Madrid and said the speculation “has nothing to do with me,” offering sympathy for Alonso and noting the pressures of elite jobs.
- Barcelona coach Hansi Flick praised Alonso as a “fantastic coach” and said he expects him to land a major role soon, as outside voices assess Arbeloa’s appointment.