Xabi Alonso took over as the Real Madrid manager after Carlo Ancelotti parted ways with the club after the 2024-25 season. The Italian, now in charge of Brazil, is the most successful manager in Los Blancos history.

Since replacing Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager late last month, Xabi Alonso has repeatedly stressed the importance of time on the training ground to implement new ideas. The 43-year-old Spaniard only had time for a handful of sessions at Madrid’s Valdebebas training ground before leaving for the Club World Cup,

Rodrygo was hoping for a fresh start when Xabi Alonso took over as Real Madrid manager. At first, things looked promising. The Brazilian forward got some chances early in the FIFA Club World