Xabi Alonso has officially left his role as head coach of Real Madrid following a brief and turbulent spell in charge.
The club confirmed the Spaniard’s departure on Monday, just 24 hours after their defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final.
Alonso exits the Santiago Bernabeu after only seven months at the helm, having taken over ahead of the current campaign.
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Real Madrid currently sit second in La Liga, four points behind leaders Barcelona at the halfway stage of the season.
The Spanish giants have also endured an inconsistent Champions League run, sitting seventh after winning four of their six matches.
Sunday’s loss to Barcelona in Saudi Arabia proved decisive, intensifying pressure on Alonso’s position.
Real Madrid announced that the separation was reached by “mutual agreement”, bringing his short reign to an abrupt end.
Club pays tribute as pressure mounts on Madrid hierarchy
In an official statement, Real Madrid praised Alonso’s professionalism and commitment during his time as head coach.
The club highlighted his legendary status as a former player, insisting he will always retain the affection of supporters.
Alonso enjoyed a glittering playing career at Real Madrid, becoming a key figure in midfield during one of the club’s most successful eras.
Despite flashes of promise, concerns over balance, results and big-game performances continued to follow the team.
Real Madrid thanked Alonso and his coaching staff for their dedication and wished them success in the next chapter of their careers.
Attention now turns to who will replace him, with speculation already intensifying around potential successors, reports Sky Sports.
The club face a crucial period as they look to stabilise performances and close the gap on Barcelona domestically.
Alonso’s departure marks another major chapter in a season already filled with change and growing expectations in Madrid.
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