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Xabi Serious with Florentino Thoughtful | Camara Didac Aguirre
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Xabi Alonso's Request to Florentino to Coach Real Madrid: 'I Would Like...'

Xabi Alonso's future at Real Madrid has been conditioned following his recent request to Florentino Pérez

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Didac Aguirre

With the season getting closer to ending, Real Madrid is preparing to make several changes. One of the most striking, of course, is the future of a bench that is expected to be in the hands of Xabi Alonso.  The coach from Tolosa, after his success at Bayer Leverkusen, is the chosen one to replace Carlo Ancelotti.

However, Xabi has made an important request to Florentino Pérez to confirm his return to Real Madrid. "I would like to get to know the players better, have a fresh squad, and have the new signings under my command," was Xabi's request. A request with which Xabi seeks to ensure a promising and solid project with Real Madrid.

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Xabi Alonso Serious | Didac Aguirre

In addition to this request, Xabi also prefers to start his tenure at Real Madrid until the 2025/2026 season. This is because he believes he should start from scratch and not through such an important tournament as the Club World Cup.

Xabi's Desire with Real Madrid

Having made history with Real Madrid as a player, Xabi Alonso now has the opportunity to do so as a coach. Aware of everything it means to represent Real Madrid, Xabi is the best option to start a new winning cycle. However, his request to Florentino Pérez reveals that, for now, Xabi has some doubts.

Without ruling out his arrival this summer, Xabi's desire to start from scratch shows his determination to carry out his own project. His successes with Leverkusen, although surprising, were possible by starting the project from the ground up.

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Xabi Alonso in Training | Didac Aguirre

Moreover, starting his tenure at Real Madrid during the Club World Cup could bring many problems for Xabi. Even though no one doubts Xabi's ability to lead Madrid to success, his request makes it clear that he needs time to adapt.

The Situation in Florentino Pérez's Hands

Faced with this request from Xabi Alonso to finalize his return to Real Madrid, Florentino Pérez has the final say. With the more than certain departure of Carlo Ancelotti, Florentino knows that Real Madrid can't be without a coach for long.

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