Santiago Segurola delivered a blunt critique of Real Madrid’s squad construction, placing responsibility firmly above the coaching staff on RadioEstadio Noche spanish radio program:
“The construction of Real Madrid’s squad makes no sense; the midfield is in ruins,” Segurola said. He argued that frustration is no longer limited to the bench or the pitch. “For the first time, I think the fans are going to look toward the directors’ box. People are tired, and Florentino is going to have to shoulder it.”
Segurola’s comments reflect a growing shift in the public narrative, with focus on bad recruitment decisions and poor long-term sporting planning rather than isolated coaching choices. In his view, flaws in the squad, particularly in midfield balance and profile, have caught up with the team.
He also addressed Alvaro Arbeloa’s squad selection in thematch vs Albacete, pushing back against criticism of the interim coach. “Arbeloa’s call-ups seemed correct to me; there were more than enough quality to win the tie,”