Mystery Surrounds Real Madrid’s New Boss as Ex-Liverpool Star Steps Into Xabi Alonso’s Shoes at Bernabeu
Sometimes, a loss shakes more than just the scoreboard—it rattles the very core of a club’s identity. Real Madrid’s recent 3-2 Super Cup Final setback against Barcelona at the Alinma Bank Stadium felt like just such a seismic event. The fallout was swift and, frankly, unavoidable: Xabi Alonso, the man at the helm, parted ways with the club. It wasn’t a bitter breakup but a mutual agreement, with Real Madrid expressing profound respect for Alonso’s legacy—he’s one of their own, a true legend who embodied the club’s heart and soul. Now, as the dust settles, a familiar face is stepping up—Alvaro Arbeloa, a former defender and a trusted figure nurtured within Madrid’s youth ranks, is ready to take the reins. This move isn’t just about replacing a manager; it’s about reigniting a revered tradition of excellence. If you want the whole scoop and all the intricate details, just
Real Madrid have acted decisively following their Super Cup defeat by arch-rivals Barcelona.
First-team boss Xabi Alonso has left the club with Real Madrid‘s best wishes following the result.
Alvaro Arbeloa replaces Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid boss
According to the club’s official website, Alonso and Real Madrid reached a ‘mutual agreement’ to end his time in the dugout.
“Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all Madrid fans because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values of our club. Real Madrid will always be his home”, a statement read.
“Our club thanks Xabi Alonso and his entire technical team for their work and dedication during this time, and wishes them the best of luck in this new stage of their lives.”
As a result, a decision has been taken to appoint a former Liverpool defender and one of Alonso’s ex-teammates as his replacement.
Alvaro Arbeloa comes in as first-team boss at Santiago Bernabeu, stepping up from the club’s Real Madrid Castilla ‘B’ team.
An official Real Madrid communication read: “Álvaro Arbeloa has been the manager of Castilla since June 2025, and has spent his entire coaching career in Real Madrid’s youth academy since 2020. He managed the Infantil A team in the 2020-2021 season, winning the league title, the Cadete A team in 2021-2022, and the Juvenil A team from 2022 to 2025.
“As Juvenil A manager, he achieved the treble in 2022-2023 (League, Copa del Rey, and Champions Cup) and the League title in the 2024-2025 season.”
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