Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso have decided to part ways, the club announced on its official website.
Real Madrid C. F. wishes to announce that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to bring his time as first team coach to an end.
Xabi Alonso will always carry the affection and admiration of all Madridistas because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values of our club. Real Madrid will always be his home.
We would like to thank Xabi Alonso and all his coaching staff for their hard work and dedication throughout this time, and wish them the best of luck in this new stage of their lives.
Some reports published in the Spanish press are suggesting that this was Alonso’s decision, not the club’s, but the truth is probably somewhere in the middle. Real Madrid Castilla coach Álvaro Arbeloa will replace him.