US EditionSources: Alonso close to being named Madrid boss
- Real Madrid lost 4-3 to Barcelona at the Olympic Stadium on May 11, 2025, putting them near a trophy-less season.
- This defeat intensified speculation about Carlo Ancelotti's departure after four highly successful years and 15 trophies at Real Madrid.
- Spanish media report that Xabi Alonso is set to replace Ancelotti with a three-year contract and take charge immediately for the upcoming Club World Cup in the US.
- Sources state Alonso will lead the team starting June 14, aiming to win the €150 million prize in a tournament considered vital by the club hierarchy.
- Alonso's appointment signals a prompt transition without an interim coach, reflecting Real Madrid's urgency to start a new competitive cycle.
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The white club looks for the best time to officially announce the departure of its current technician and the arrival of Xabi Alonso, who has already requested reinforcements
After a lot of back and forth it is now clear: Carlo Ancelotti leaves Real Madrid already this summer. His new role as coach is already clear and the challenge is great. At Real the path is thus clear for the desired successor.
Xabi Alonso is considered to be a designated new coach at Real Madrid. Shortly before his last Bayer game, a coach hammer becomes official.
Carlo Ancelotti becomes national coach of Brazil. Thus the way is clear for Xabi Alonso, the Real Madrid possibly already at the club World Cup.
Habi Alonso should be the technique of Real Madrid during the World Clubs in June, according to the Spanish press. He will sign a contract with the club for three years, advance Reuters.
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