Xabi Alonso is fully focused on trying to bring Chelsea back to the summit of English soccer, but he couldn’t help and reflect on his turbulent Real Madrid tenure, admitting he feels like “it ended a little bit earlier” than expected, without knowing if he could’ve possibly led Los Blancos to success.
After getting appointed as Carlo Ancelotti’s successor at Real Madrid in the summer of 2025, Alonso lasted just eight months at the Bernabéu. Unconvincing performances, a fractured relationship with Madrid star Vinícius Júnior and puzzling team selections all contributed to the Spaniard getting sacked after losing to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final in early January.
