Real Madrid Hold Emergency Crisis Summit to Seal Xabi Alonso's Future
Real Madrid's president Florentino Pérez and his inner circle allegedly made a crucial decision during an emergency Sunday evening session that Xabi Alonso's final opportunity to retain his position hinges on the upcoming Manchester City fixture.
Over the past five weeks, Los Blancos witnessed their commanding five-point lead at the summit of La Liga transform into a troubling four-point gap behind the leaders. The club has secured just a single victory in their previous five domestic encounters, culminating in a disappointing 2–0 loss to Celta Vigo.
During this challenging period, criticism has steadily intensified around Alonso, who faces scrutiny for unconventional tactical decisions and a reported rift with Vinicius Junior. Even with a three-year deal at Real Madrid, the Spanish manager's tenure may conclude within days.
Per MARCA, Pérez convened an emergency board following the surprising defeat to Los Celestes to evaluate Alonso's future. Having guided the Spanish powerhouse to merely two wins in their previous seven fixtures across all tournaments, the 44-year-old allegedly faces one final opportunity to preserve his role at football's most prestigious institution: Wednesday's high-profile encounter against Manchester City.
If Real Madrid endures another disappointing performance and outcome, all indications suggest that Alonso's stint managing his former team will reach its conclusion.
Real Madrid Planning Major 'Restructuring' This Summer
The squad's underwhelming displays, mounting injury concerns, and referee Quintero González's three dismissals to Fran García, Álvaro Carreras, and Endrick were also addressed during Sunday's emergency discussions, according to MARCA.
While Alonso bears primary responsibility, Pérez allegedly recognized the absence of strong leadership within Real Madrid's current roster. The departures of Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić in consecutive summers created voids not only in the team's engine room but also in squad mentality.
The president reportedly favors a comprehensive "team restructuring" this summer should circumstances fail to improve. Players like David Alaba and Antonio Rüdiger, both approaching contract expiration at season's end, may represent the initial departures in what could be extensive changes at Real Madrid.
Focus will center on Los Blancos when they face City at the Bernabéu on Wednesday evening. An impressive showing could prove pivotal for both Alonso and the squad, though with numerous defensive injuries, the challenge appears daunting for the 15-time European titleholders.