Xabi Alonso is on shaky ground at Real Madrid, with his job on the line as he faces Manchester City on Wednesday. The club is already eyeing potential successors, with Jürgen Klopp and Zinédine Zidane at the forefront of discussions. However, the prospect of Zidane returning for a third stint has reportedly lost steam.
Sources from AS indicate that Real Madrid is not considering a third return for the French manager. Zidane is currently biding his time, waiting for the French national team job, which is expected to be his after Didier Deschamps steps down in 2026.
This leaves Klopp as the most viable option for the Madrid giants. Despite expressing a desire for a break from management, Klopp remains deeply involved with Red Bull, particularly in navigating the challenges at Paris FC.
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Tuesday’s match against Manchester City could be pivotal for Alonso. A win could save his position, but a loss may force the club to make a hasty decision on its next coach.
Madrid is hoping for a miracle this week, as the future of the club hangs in the balance. If Alonso falters, the search for a new manager could become even more complicated.
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