Real Madrid currently sits in second place in the league standings at the season’s halfway point, trailing leaders Barcelona by four points. The tenure of Xabi Alonso at Santiago Bernabeu began on a high note, but recent weeks have been marked by frustration.
While a loss to Manchester City in the Champions League was expected to lead to his dismissal, the club decided otherwise. Over the weekend, Alonso got another opportunity, and Los Blancos managed a narrow 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves.
During the celebration of the second goal, Vinicius Junior ran over to Alonso and embraced him, representing reconciliation between the two, who have reportedly been at odds.
Despite regaining trust in the locker room, the club’s management continues to deliberate over Alonso’s future, keeping a close watch on the team’s performances and voicing concerns about their on-field displays.
The evaluation of Alonso’s role isn’t solely about results. He’s also expected to improve the team’s playing style and the players’ demeanor on the pitch. The goal is for Real Madrid to set a standard for excellence and entertain fans with engaging performances.
Alonso has been granted additional time to fix the issues that have plagued the team so far. However, even victories may not completely secure his position. The expectations set when he was appointed were high, and to date, these have not been fully met. Ultimately, the results on the field remain the primary focus, and Alonso’s future hinges on achieving the desired success or failing to do so.