Overview
- Xabi Alonso was dismissed after roughly six months in charge, with former teammate Álvaro Arbeloa presented as a temporary successor.
- Jürgen Klopp said he was both surprised and not surprised by the decision, citing Real Madrid’s history such as Jupp Heynckes’ exit after success.
- Klopp argued clubs should have a realistic successor plan before firing a coach and said the chances of landing Pep Guardiola look low.
- He described media reports linking him to Madrid as speculation and said he is satisfied with his current role at Red Bull.
- Klopp added that a return to coaching is unlikely at the moment, though he stopped short of ruling it out entirely.