The management at Real Madrid has determined that it’s time for clear communication within the team.
As reported by AS, the club’s leadership is set to address the players directly before the upcoming league match against Levante, delivering a message that leaves no room for misinterpretation.
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With Xabi Alonso no longer in charge, the onus now rests solely on the players.
Consequently, prior to the Levante encounter, the team will be informed that “Xabi Alonso is no longer here, so now you are accountable for everything.”
Players Must Rise to the Occasion
Real Madrid’s leadership is acutely aware of the challenges ahead, acknowledging the need for a squad overhaul and structural changes to strategically position the club for the future.
However, they also understand that such reconstruction cannot occur overnight or within the confines of a single transfer window.
For now, the club continues to rally behind Alvaro Arbeloa. There is still a strong sense of confidence in the new coach, and that support is expected to endure.
Real Madrid players have been put on notice. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)
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Furthermore, the recent defeat in Albacete has intensified the discussions around the situation. Within the organization, there is an escalating sentiment that decisive action should have been taken sooner.
The Turning Point
The loss has reinforced the belief among some club officials that the game against Celta Vigo should have signified a turning point.
It has been frequently echoed within the club since that night, “The choice to part ways with Xabi Alonso and appoint Alvaro Arbeloa should have come sooner.”
That evening is viewed as emblematic, one that began in uncertainty and concluded in total disappointment.
Since then, Madrid has grappled with achieving stability, and no immediate coaching alternatives are available.
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This clarifies why the communication to the players is so straightforward. Without Alonso, there are no more alibis, no tactical scapegoats, and no space to evade accountability.
The club’s leadership wants the squad to grasp that their performances, mindset, and dedication will now dictate the season’s trajectory.