Xabi Alonso, Against the Spanish Curse

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Center

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Since Del Bosque (2003), none has lasted more than a year

Real France

Factuality

Ownership

This season, Xabi Alonso will have the mission of recovering the Vinicius version pre-Ballon d'Or, the one that shone in the big games in recent years. Although it may seem surprising to consider that a player who scored 21 goals and delivered 15 assists in 52 matches achieved a disappointing season, it is clear that Real expected more of Brazilian this season. The level of demand among the Merengues is still very high and between the lack of al…