Xabi Alonso took over as the Real Madrid manager after Carlo Ancelotti parted ways with the club after the 2024-25 season. The Italian, now in charge of Brazil, is the most successful manager in Los Blancos history.

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has broken his silence on Rodrygo Goes, just as the Brazilian forward finds himself at the heart of summer transfer buzz. With Arsenal circling and PSG keeping tabs reportedly, Rodrygo's future at the Bernabeu is suddenly a hot topic — and Alonso’s comments have only added more fuel to the fire.

Real Madrid has already arrived in New Jersey, accompanied by its manager, Xabi Alonso. In the lead-up to this Saturday’s Club World Cup quarterfinal against Borussia Dortmund at MetLife Stadium ( 4pm ET ), the Basque coach made his customary appearance to share his thoughts.