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Xabi Alonso's First Words at Real Madrid: "With Vinicius and Mbappe I Have Ideas"

On Monday, May 26, 2025, Xabi Alonso signed a three-year contract and was presented as Real Madrid's new head coach at the Valdebebas training ground.
Alonso replaces Carlo Ancelotti after Real Madrid failed to win a major trophy this season, marking their first trophy drought since 2021.
In his speech, Alonso thanked Ancelotti for his influence and outlined tactical plans to optimize key players Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Jude Bellingham.
He said, "We want to bring emotion and joy to the fans," called the upcoming Club World Cup in Miami "an opportunity," and stressed the need for a flexible, dynamic team.
Alonso will take charge from June 1, leading Madrid’s squad at the Club World Cup starting June 18 against Al Hilal, aiming to rebuild and improve the team’s performance.

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