Your Wednesday Edition of the Daily Merengue
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Gracias Raul
Wow… It’s been a minute since this legend took over at Castilla, hasn’t it? Well, Raul has finally left his post at Castilla (possibly for Arbeloa to take over?) and will continue his coaching pilgrimage someplace else.
And honestly? Can’t wait to see how he does. Perhaps people are not over the moon regarding his coaching, but still, he has pushed Castilla for more than they were thought capable of at times. I think that, if nothing else, it’ll be interesting to watch his next steps.
OFFICIAL: Raúl González is to leave Real Madrid Castilla after six seasons in charge.
From day one, it was development over glory – and Raúl delivered both. Without this saviour, the team would not have survived.
The best manager I have seen at Castilla.
Gracias, Raúl pic.twitter.com/GreGllmmP6
— Real Madrid Castilla Stats (@CastillaStats) May 27, 2025
A Turnaround?
The R has been much talked about, these past few days. His absence from some games and overall… silence, in unison with his recent form, were thought to be hinting towards an exit. Yet, it would seem that Xabi has other plans. Fasten your seatbelts guys, cause this summer is gonna be interesting for things other than just the CWC.
❕ Xabi Alonso: “Rodrygo is a Real Madrid player. He is a spectacular player and we will need him”. pic.twitter.com/vdEPslHqeK
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 26, 2025
