He Real Madrid He put an end to his adventure in the Club World Cup Before desired. Whites aspired to play the grand final of next Sunday between Chelsea y PSG in it Metlife Stadium of New Jerseybut they stayed in the semifinals. Now, the template starts its vacations to recharge batteries before a new season. Upon his return, Xabi Alonso will have to face a series of key conversations that has preferred to postpone during the tournament.
Since his arrival, Xabi Alonso has insisted that this Club World Cup belongs to the previous season, and that his approach to USA He has been focused only on competing to the highest level. Therefore, although some decisions taken during the tournament have been significant, not all must be considered binding for the immediate future of the team.
With the definitive closure of the 2024-2025 season, the focus moves to the planning of the 2025-2026. The Donostiarra coach has three pending conversations that will mark part of the new project design.
One of the most delicate talks will be with Rodrygo Goes. The Brazilian started the tournament as a starter, but ended up having an almost testimonial role. «They are party decisions. As the meeting was going, we needed another profile. There has been no future decisions. We have not rotated too much in this World Cup and the context will be different in the future, ”Xabi explained after elimination.
However, the striker's situation does not seem simple. Rodrygo only asks for clarity: if the club does not have him, he wants them to communicate it directly to find an exit. At the moment, the only concrete offers have come from Saudi Arabiaa destination that does not contemplate, since it has a contract with Real Madrid until 2028 and aspires to continue in Europe.
Ceballos and Lunin, also in doubt for Xabi Alonso
Another pending conversation will be with Dani Ceballos. The midfielder wants to stay in Real Madrid, but this World Cup has made it clear that his prominence will be very limited. To this is added the imminent arrival of the young man Franco Mastantuonowhich could further reduce your space in the template. Despite having a market and interesting options, its priority remains in the White Club. The decision will depend on the dialogue with the technician.
In the case of Andriy Luninthe situation also requires reflection. Xabi Alonso is not a supporter of rotations in the goal, and with Courtois Fully recovered, the Ukrainian would return to the bench almost permanently. His desire to have continuity could push him to look for an exit, especially if he wants to continue growing as a titular goalkeeper in another destination.
