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Real Madrid will usher in a new era: Xavi Alonso takes over Ancelotti

4:45am, 13 May 2025【Football】

On May 9, Marca reported on the major changes that Real Madrid is about to usher in. As the La Liga this season is coming to an end, Ancelotti will officially bid farewell to the Bernabeu after completing the final task - competing for the La Liga championship, while Xavi Alonso will take over as Real Madrid's head coach and start leading the team to a new stage.

Ancelotti's glorious era is about to come to an end

Ancelotti has achieved many remarkable achievements since coaching Real Madrid for the second time in 2013, including leading the team to win four Champions League trophys and helping Real Madrid restore many glory. Especially the 16 "King" championships he won in 2014, marking him as one of the most successful coaches in Real Madrid's history.

According to Spanish media reports, "On May 25, Ancelotti will officially bid farewell to the Bernabeu." This day not only marks Ancelotti's farewell as Real Madrid's head coach, but also represents the end of a glorious era for Real Madrid. Although it is regrettable that Ancelotti left Real Madrid, his contribution will be recorded in Real Madrid's history forever and will also have a place in football history. For Ancelotti, the final effort to lead the team to the La Liga championship will be his final mission at Real Madrid.

Xavi Alonso takes over: Start a new chapter

With Ancelotti's departure, Real Madrid has decided that Xavi Alonso takes over the position of head coach and signs for three years. Xavi Alonso was the core of Real Madrid's midfield in his player career. His tactical thinking, court experience and understanding of Real Madrid's culture make him an ideal candidate for successors. "Alonso knows enough about the existing team and he will be able to work immediately."

Alonso's achievements as a player and his successful experiences at clubs such as Villarreal and Liverpool have made his tactical vision highly praised. At the same time, Alonso has always been aware of how to deal with the balance of the team, especially in his experience as Villarreal head coach, he was able to quickly adapt and transform the team and lay a solid foundation for the construction of the new Real Madrid.

Coaching team changes and signing plan

After Xavi Alonso took over, Real Madrid's coaching team will also make some adjustments. Fitness coach Encinas will join Alonso in the Bernabeu, while the future of existing coach Pintus is full of uncertainty. Unlike Ancelotti, Alonso will have more autonomy in the early stages of coaching. "Real Madrid has made it clear that the club will be responsible for signings and the coach can make suggestions." This arrangement will not affect the club's signing plan too much.

According to reports, Real Madrid has set the target for the summer transfer window. In addition to Arnold who has signed, they will also focus on introducing three players: "1 left-back, 1 central defender and 1 midfielder." With the arrival of Alonso, Real Madrid will also inject new vitality into the team's future while adjusting its tacticality, and strive to return to the top of Europe in the new season.

Real Madrid's future is full of hope

With Ancelotti's farewell and Xavi Alonso's succession, Real Madrid has entered a new era. Although Ancelotti's departure means the end of a golden age, his contribution will be forever engraved in the team's history. The addition of Xavi Alonso brings new hope and challenges to the team. His coaching style and tactical philosophy will have a profound impact on Real Madrid's future, and the club will continue to increase investment in signings and fully prepare for the challenges of the new season.

Facing the future, Real Madrid not only has rich historical heritage, but also has enough strength and potential to meet higher goals. Fans are undoubtedly full of expectations for this new Real Madrid, and the future Bernabeu will continue to witness the rise and glory of the Real Madrid dynasty.