Xabi Alonso Spotted Arriving at Valdebebas 4 Hours Early: “Maximum Excitement”
Xabi Alonso has officially begun his tenure as Real Madrid’s new head coach, and he’s wasted no time in making his intentions clear.
According to El Chiringuito, the Basque manager was spotted arriving at Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex at 7:30 AM, well ahead of the scheduled first team session set for 11:00. The message is loud and clear: Xabi Alonso is all in.
⚪ A New Era Begins — With Discipline and Detail
This early arrival didn’t go unnoticed — not by the media, and certainly not by Madrid fans, who are buzzing with anticipation. The former Bayer Leverkusen boss is known for his tactical precision and meticulous planning, and his debut day at the helm is already reflecting that.
Even though several key players are still away on international duty, Alonso plans to lay the groundwork for his system immediately — focusing on structure, style, and identity from day one.
🧠 Tactical Identity Will Be Key
The goal? A team with a defined playing identity — structured defense, fluid buildup, and intelligent attacking movements. But for that to work, fitness and squad depth will be crucial.
Currently, players like Carvajal, Militão, Alaba, Mendy, Camavinga, and Endrick are either injured or unavailable. Alonso’s challenge will be integrating new signings and managing workloads ahead of a packed calendar.
📝 Reinforcements Already Underway
The club has already secured Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen, and continues to work on new reinforcements. One such target, Álvaro Carreras, will remain at Benfica through the summer due to last-minute complications, missing the Club World Cup with Madrid.
🏆 First Test: Club World Cup
Xabi Alonso’s first big challenge will be the FIFA Club World Cup in July — and this early preparation shows he’s not taking anything for granted. His early arrival at Valdebebas is more than symbolic: it’s a clear sign that discipline, detail, and ambition will define this new era at Real Madrid.
