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Real Madrid lost to Manchester City at home as Xabi Alonso’s job was on the line amid concerning form for the club. The Spanish coach who led his former team, Bayer Leverkusen, to their first Bundesliga title in the history of the club is struggling to find a rhythm with the Los Blancos.
Amid his dismissal speculations, Zinedine Zidane, who led the Whites to their three Champions League trophies during his first spell with the club, became the heavy favorite to take charge in case Alonso gets dropped. His name continues to be mentioned as a potential replacement for Alonso, as per Mundo Deportivo. Meanwhile, the former head coach made a surprise visit to his former side when they played Pep Guardiola’s City.
Zidane spotted at Bernabeu as Man City beats Real Madrid in UCL amid Xabi Alonso’s uncertain future
Zidane made a surprise visit to the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday during Real Madrid’s 1-2 loss against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League clash.
However, amid all the sacking rumors, the players came forward in support of the head coach, while it seems Madrid will not pursue Zidane for a third spell in charge, currently. The French star also revealed in the past that he would like to coach a national team in the future. The World Cup winner will probably take charge of the French international side, as he revealed his desire in the past.
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On the other hand, under-fire Alonso has been receiving a lot of support from the players, dismissing the dressing room speculations. It was reported before that significant p, players do not go with the tactics and ideas of Alonso. This had a huge impact on the relationship between the players and the coach. However, the Real Madrid boss stated that everyone is ‘united’ in the dressing room and is working together for the same goal.
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