Xabi Alonso points to his three favorites in the new Real Madrid

The debut against Osasuna left a very good impression on both Real Madrid and its fans. Xabi Alonso showed the results of the changes he has implemented in the squad. Among all the players who managed to stand out, Huijsen, Mastantuono, and Mbappé have been marked as the coach's favorites.

This is because all three fulfill an essential role in Xabi Alonso's playing system. Franco Mastantuono, despite his inexperience, is destined to be the creative link with Mbappé. In addition, as we know at Defensa Central, the pressure on opponents that Xabi has imposed on all his players has been to help the back line.

By having both the attack and the midfield pressing the opponent, this relieves the pressure and workload on the back line. With Mastantuono as a right winger, the Merengue attack aims to be lethal. The role Mastantuono is set to have with Xabi as coach would also help Mbappé become even more lethal in front of goal.

The three reference points of Real Madrid

From his first match in charge of the team, Xabi Alonso managed to show the style he wanted to implement at Real Madrid. Unlike Ancelotti, the Basque coach wants the club to be much more versatile and committed to ball possession. This was shown during the victory against Osasuna.

Although Huijsen was a great reinforcement for the back line, this position needs the presence of another new center-back. To relieve this situation for the 20-year-old Spaniard, Mastantuono and Mbappé are Xabi's answer. The Argentine, in addition to having the potential to be a reference point in the team, is destined to create a historic partnership with Kylian Mbappé.

The constant pressure on the opponent from the midfield and the attack would help the club achieve satisfactory results. It would also be a great support for a back line that, when it comes to stopping the opponent, has a solid Dean Huijsen. This change would free up Mbappé to play in several areas of the field and make a difference.

The wait for the results

Despite the high level of Mbappé and Huijsen, it remains to be seen how Franco Mastantuono progresses. Although the Argentine had a great debut, it is clear that he needs more playing time. When Mastantuono manages to fully adapt to Xabi's schemes, Real Madrid will be a truly unstoppable club.