Real Madrid Alonso Replacement: Challenges and Options
- Here's a breakdown of the potential Real madrid managerial candidates discussed in the article, along with their current situations and potential drawbacks:
- Highly successful with Real Madrid as both a player and coach.
- The article suggests that the lack of truly appealing and available options is currently helping Xabi alonso retain his position, despite recent struggles.
Here’s a breakdown of the potential Real madrid managerial candidates discussed in the article, along with their current situations and potential drawbacks:
* Zinedine Zidane: The “dream” candidate. Highly successful with Real Madrid as both a player and coach. However, he’s strongly committed to taking over the France national team after the next World Cup and doesn’t want to risk damaging his reputation by taking on a mid-season “fireman” role with Madrid if they continue to struggle.
* Jürgen Klopp: A popular choice, but he’s currently dedicated to his role with the Red Bull sports group and has promised his wife a period of travel after his time at Liverpool. He’s unlikely to be available.
* Álvaro Arbeloa: The ”standby” option. A successful coach in Real Madrid’s academy with a strong playing history with the club and Spain. However, he’s facing public criticism from influential media figures (like Antonio Romero) who question his character and accuse him of past disloyalty. The article highlights that the president is sensitive to media opinion, making Arbeloa’s position precarious.
The article suggests that the lack of truly appealing and available options is currently helping Xabi alonso retain his position, despite recent struggles.