Real Madrid dressing room bids farewell to Xabi Alonso with emotional messages
Following the dismissal of Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid’s coach, after the defeat in the Spanish Super Cup final, several players expressed their gratitude and support for the coach. Kylian Mbappé, one of the team’s leaders, shared a message on his social media along with a photograph with the Spanish coach.Contents
“It’s been short, but it’s been a pleasure to play for you and learn from you. Thank you for giving me confidence from day one. I will remember you as a coach with clear ideas and a lot of football knowledge. Good luck in your next chapter,” wrote Mbappé.
Kylian Mbappé
Unanimous support from the locker room
Midfielder Arda Güler also dedicated a few words to Xabi Alonso, highlighting his influence on his professional development.Dani Ceballos and Andriy Lunin joined the displays of support, wishing the former coach success. Dean Huijsen thanked “everything experienced”, and Aurélien Tchouaméni highlighted having learned from “one of the best ever”. Rodrygo Goes also expressed his gratitude. Federico Valverde, second captain of the team, highlighted the attitude of the coaching staff.“Thank you for believing and trusting in me from day one. Every conversation and every demand helped me improve as a player. Your influence will always remain with me,” expressed the Turkish footballer.
Arda Güler
“I wish you the best, mister, to you and all the coaching staff who always had a great attitude. Success in whatever comes,” wrote the Uruguayan midfielder.
Federico Valverde
Reactions from the club environment
Jesús Vallejo, currently at Albacete, commented in an interview that Xabi Alonso’s dismissal was unexpected for the squad.Vallejo also spoke about the new coach, Álvaro Arbeloa, highlighting his knowledge of the club and his representation of Madridismo.“It was unexpected for everyone. Madrid competed until the end in the Super Cup and had chances to tie,” he pointed out.
Jesús Vallejo
