According to journalist Pedro Riano, after the humiliating defeat to Barca , helping his opponent get closer to the La Liga title, Real Madrid President Florentino Perez immediately called Xavi Alonso. During the call, he made clear what he expected from the former player, as he prepared to take over the job from his coach - Carlo Ancelotti.

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President Perez ordered Xabi Alonso to build the team around Mbappe. Photo: Defensa Central

Perez is said to have given a clear message: all players can be eliminated, including Vinicius. However, there is one untouchable exception at Real Madrid : Kylian Mbappe. In his eyes, Mbappe is the only one who meets expectations. Unfortunately, despite scoring a hat-trick, Mbappe could not save the Vultures from Barca!

He asked Xabi Alonso to build the 2025/26 Real Madrid squad around Kylian Mbappe, and everyone had to adapt to that, including Vinicius.

If anyone shows any sign of resistance or doesn't adapt to Mbappe's leadership, they can be put on the market.

Before the French striker arrived in the summer of 2024, Vinicius was considered the face of Real Madrid's project, but the Brazilian star's prominent role has decreased this season. Not to mention, he also caused 'loss of points' in his behavior, attitude,...

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Mbappe is leading the La Liga top scorer list. Photo: Marca

Mbappe did not have a successful first season on a collective level with Real Madrid, but achieved many impressive individual achievements, including being the player with the most goals (currently 39 goals) in the club's history in his first season at the Bernabeu.

Xabi Alonso is expected to be announced as the new Real Madrid manager on May 25, when the 2024/25 La Liga season comes to a close. The former midfielder will sign a three-year contract, running until 2028.

Meanwhile, coach Ancelotti left his position 1 year earlier than his contract, expected to immediately start a new job - coaching Rodrygo, Vinicius,... in the Brazilian national team.

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