‘Rumours I Am Getting Fired’ – Alonso Speaks On Losing Real Madrid Job

By Richard Ogunsile | 2 min read | Completesports | 2 hrs ago | 3 views

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has downplayed growing speculation about his potential sack following the club’s surprise 2-0 home defeat to Celta Vigo on Sunday.

The match, played at the Santiago Bernabeu, saw Real Madrid slump to a disappointing loss courtesy of two goals from Swedish youngster Williot Swedberg. The result sparked immediate speculation in the Spanish media over Alonso’s future at the helm.

However, in his post-match press conference, Alonso made it clear that he was not distracted by the reports, insisting that his sole focus remains on Real Madrid’s next game, a crucial UEFA Champions League tie against Manchester City.

“Rumours I’m getting fired? I’m not thinking of that, I’m just thinking of Wednesday’s game,” the Spanish tactician said.

Despite the pressure, Alonso struck a note of optimism and solidarity within the team. “We are all united,” he added, suggesting there is no internal crisis despite the recent result.

Naija News reports that with the defeat, Real Madrid now sit four points behind arch-rivals and current LaLiga leaders, Barcelona. The result has intensified scrutiny on Alonso, who joined Madrid after a successful stint with Bayer Leverkusen.

The upcoming clash against Manchester City in the Champions League is now seen as crucial for Alonso, both to reassert control over Madrid’s season and to silence growing criticism.

Source: Naijanews