Real Madrid faced another setback on Wednesday night, falling 1-2 to Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League.
This latest loss has left Los Blancos with only two victories in their last eight competitive matches, placing the team in a precarious position.
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There was considerable speculation that the defeat to Manchester City could mark the end of Xabi Alonso’s tenure, with rumors suggesting he could be dismissed if the result didn’t favor them.
Alonso’s Position Secure for Now
However, according to Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid currently has no plans to part ways with Alonso following the loss to Manchester City.
The Merengues are prepared to give the 44-year-old Basque coach another opportunity to rectify the situation and revive their campaign after a series of lackluster performances.
Despite the defeat, the players exhibited resilience and publicly expressed their backing for the manager after the match.
Alonso’s position appears secure for now. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)
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Players like Raul Asencio, Jude Bellingham, and Rodrygo, who even shared an affectionate moment with Alonso during the game, all reiterated their support for the former Bayer Leverkusen head coach.
Given the current circumstances, Real Madrid is opting for a measured approach and will allow the manager another opportunity to turn things around.
Upcoming Matches Crucial
Meanwhile, a separate report by AS suggests that the club remains calm regarding Alonso’s future and does not plan to act hastily.
However, the report highlights that the next three fixtures against Deportivo Alaves (La Liga), CF Talavera (Copa del Rey), and Sevilla (La Liga) will be critical in determining the manager’s prospects.
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Previously, it was thought that the Spanish Super Cup in January would be pivotal, but Real Madrid now considers the upcoming trio of matches as decisive for assessing Alonso’s future.