Real Madrid’s new head coach, Xabi Alonso, is already shaking up the squad. According to Fichajes, his first bold steps include targeting three high-profile players for the exit door: Fran García, David Alaba, and Aurelien Tchouameni.
Alonso’s Clear-Out: Three Stars Marked for Exit at Real Madrid
1. Fran Garcia
Once hailed as a promising left-back from the academy, García hasn’t met Alonso’s high expectations. Though he filled in frequently last season, the Spaniard reportedly isn’t the consistent, tactically disciplined option the coach wants.
Alonso is keen on a left-back better suited to his three-center-back formation—likely a key reason behind the push to move him on.
2. David Alaba
A club legend and versatile presence at the back, Alaba has unfortunately been hit by recurring injuries and long rehabilitation spells. Alonso appears unwilling to bank on the 32-year-old’s fitness uncertainties.
With younger defenders like Dean Huijsen and incoming stars, Real Madrid seems ready to let Alaba leave— freeing up wages and tempo in the squad.
3. Aurelien Tchouameni
Tchouameni joined with the promise of dominating midfield, but his performances have oscillated. With Real Madrid already rich in centre-mid talent, Alonso appears prepared to deem the Frenchman surplus to requirements.
Selling him could unlock funds for core rebuilds and reinforce Alonso’s ideal midfield structure.
Alonso doesn’t waste time. Just days into pre-season preparations, the former Real and Bayern midfield maestro is making his mark.
His strategy is clear: remove players misaligned with his tactics and bring in athletes who embody his vision—disciplined, reliable, and dynamic .
It isn’t just about trimming the squad; it’s about creating a lean, committed group that can adopt his ambitious 3–4–3 or 3–5–2 formations.
Offloading Garcia, Alaba, and Tchouameni not only frees up space—both on the pitch and in the wage bill—but also sends a message: every player must earn their place in Alonso’s new era.
As Real Madrid gears up for the preseason camp in the U.S. starting June 14, fans expect more decisive moves.
With rumors linking deals for Alejandro Carreras, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and a potential pull for Martin Zubimendi, it looks like a summer of transformation under Alonso’s exacting eye.
