Overview
- Alonso’s position has come under scrutiny after just two wins in seven matches, including a 2-0 defeat to Celta Vigo, with the Manchester City tie described as potentially decisive.
- Multiple outlets report Castilla coach Alvaro Arbeloa is viewed as the leading internal option to step in, potentially through the end of the season if a change is made.
- Indykaila claims Real Madrid tabled a ‘jaw-dropping’ offer to Jürgen Klopp, but El Chiringuito says Klopp and Zidane are not options for this season.
- Klopp’s return is widely cast as unlikely as he has stepped away from management for a Red Bull role and his agent has previously rejected talk of a comeback.
- Football365, citing Fichajes, says Madrid have effectively settled on Arbeloa and that Klopp is seen as a poor fit and Zidane is focused on France, though this remains reported rather than confirmed.