Fabio Capello Issues Stern Warning to Xabi Alonso Ahead of Real Madrid Move

Legendary coach Fabio Capello has advised Xabi Alonso to approach his upcoming role at Real Madrid with caution, stressing that success with Bayer Leverkusen does not automatically translate to triumph in Madrid. Despite Alonso’s historic unbeaten Bundesliga title run, Capello believes managing Los Blancos comes with unparalleled pressure and expectation.

Capello, who once coached Real Madrid, highlighted the unique atmosphere at Santiago Bernabéu, where fans and management demand immediate success. “He has done well with Leverkusen, but Madrid is a completely different animal,” Capello reportedly said.

Real Madrid sets the stage for Alonso era

Real Madrid has reportedly finalized a three-year deal for Xabi Alonso, keeping him at the helm until June 2028. The Spanish tactician, a former Madrid midfielder himself, will begin his tenure by leading the team in the FIFA Club World Cup next month.

With expectations already sky-high, Alonso’s transition from Bundesliga sensation to Madrid’s main man will be closely watched by the football world. His appointment is seen as both a bold and nostalgic choice by the Madrid board, banking on his deep understanding of the club’s DNA.