Jude Bellingham Breaks Silence on Reports of Bad Relationship with Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has vehemently denied rumors of a strained relationship with former manager Xabi Alonso, labeling media reports as "clowns" spreading "damaging misinformation" for clicks.[1][4]

Alonso's tenure at Real Madrid lasted just seven to eight months, ending abruptly after a 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The club announced their parting—described by sources as a dismissal despite the "mutual agreement" label—citing poor results, handling of key players, and a nightmare November where Madrid won only one of five matches.[1][2][3] Álvaro Arbeloa, coach of Madrid's reserves, was named as replacement.[3]

Post-departure reports highlighted behind-the-scenes tensions, particularly Alonso's public fallout with Vinícius Júnior, who stormed off after a substitution in the October Clásico and later apologized without mentioning the manager. Vinícius has not commented on Alonso's exit, amid ongoing issues that saw him benched multiple times.[1][3] Another incident involved Kylian Mbappé undermining Alonso's instruction for a guard of honor to Barcelona, though Mbappé praised the coach on Instagram: "It’s been short but it was a pleasure... Thank you for giving me the confidence since Day 1."[1][3]

Bellingham, who earlier defended the dressing room's unity behind Alonso amid speculation, reiterated support in a furious statement. "Truly feel sorry for the people that hang onto the every word of these clowns... Do not believe everything you read," he posted, emphasizing accountability for false claims.[1][2][4] Other players like Thibaut Courtois, Antonio Rüdiger, and Dani Carvajal also paid tribute.[3]

Despite a strong start with 24 wins in 34 games, Madrid now trail La Liga leaders by four points, facing a trophyless season risk.[2][4]

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