After their brutal 4-0 loss to PSG in the Club World Cup semi-final, Real Madrid’s board has made one thing clear: the ego wars are over.
Heading into the 2025-2026 season, the club is hitting the reset button, with a renewed focus on team unity and collective effort.
Vinicius under scrutiny, questions around Mbappé
According to the Spanish press, Vinicius Jr has raised concerns internally. His attitude and focus are being questioned: “What’s going on in his head?” is the talk around Valdebebas. Even Kylian Mbappé, despite being the club’s marquee signing, isn’t immune. His integration into the squad and impact on team chemistry are being closely monitored.
Xabi Alonso sets the tone
New head coach Xabi Alonso isn’t here for star treatment. “Everyone has to run after the ball,” he warned. No exceptions, no privileges — status doesn’t matter.
The club plans to hold one-on-one meetings with key players to assess two things:
Their genuine desire to be part of the new project
Their level of commitment to the team
A crystal-clear warning
Real Madrid is building a squad grounded in discipline and unity. If even the biggest names refuse to buy in, they risk being sidelined. The message is clear: at Real, the collective comes first.
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