The Spanish midfielder turned coach, Xabi Alonso, has decided to step back from the sidelines for now despite interest from a top European club. The former Liverpool and Real Madrid player had been considered a strong candidate to replace Carlo Ancelotti at the Bernabeu but was ultimately fired by Florentino Pérez after leading the team to defeat in the Spanish Super Cup final early last year.
Alonso Rejects European Giant Return
Xabi Alonso has rejected an offer from a major European club and will not return to coaching at this time. The former Real Madrid target remains without a team after being dismissed following the Spanish Super Cup final loss in early 2026.