Kylian Mbappe reacts to Xabi Alonso leaving Real Madrid
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Kylian Mbappé Reacts to Xabi Alonso Leaving Real Madrid
Real Madrid shocked the football world by parting ways with manager Xabi Alonso just seven months into his tenure. The decision came after a series of disappointing results, including Champions League defeats to Liverpool and Manchester City, and a Spanish Super Cup loss to Barcelona that effectively sealed the Spanish manager's fate.
Alonso's departure was triggered by mounting pressure following Real Madrid's slip from the top of La Liga standings to second place behind Barcelona. The 44-year-old's contract has been voided, and Real Madrid Castilla boss Álvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as his successor.
Kylian Mbappé was among the first players to publicly respond to Alonso's exit, taking to Instagram to express his gratitude. Mbappé wrote: "It's been short, but it was a pleasure to play for you and learn from you. Thank you for giving me the confidence since Day one. I will remember you as a manager who had clear ideas and knows many things about football. Best of luck for your next chapter."
Other Real Madrid players followed suit with their own tributes. Aurélien Tchouaméni thanked Alonso for being "one of the best ever," while goalkeeper Andriy Lunin called him "a great manager." Federico Valverde praised his positive attitude throughout his tenure.
Despite the brief stint, Alonso compiled a respectable record, winning 24 of 34 matches with a 70.6% win rate. Meanwhile, Mbappé has enjoyed an outstanding season under Alonso, scoring 29 goals across competitions—a performance that speaks to the positive relationship between manager and player.