⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions

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https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2010764141166739545
Goodbye Xabi Alonso, your journey was too short, and I was quite surprised because it was so sudden. The defeat in the Supercopa Final really had a big impact, and now ALVARO ARBELOA will take over as Real Madrid coach.

What do you think? Is this enough of a surprise for us all?

Arbeloa is, in my opinion, a really big surprise. I wonder if Real Madrid will leave him in charge until the end of the season or permanently. Although Xabi Alonso had a long-term contract, he was sent away from Real Madrid due to failures. Therefore, I think the duration of Arbeloa's contract is very important for Real Madrid. The important thing is whether he will bring success to Real Madrid.

The star players at Real Madrid are causing problems and want their own lineup on the pitch. They are indirectly interfering with the manager's work, which led to Xabi Alonso's resignation. They played poorly against Barcelona, ​​and as a result, Xabi Alonso left his post.

I think the first thing that needs to be fixed at Real Madrid is the excessive interference of the players. Some players who should be in the starting eleven are not getting in because of other players, and they are blamed when there is a defeat. Some star players need to focus solely on the game and contribute to the team. I think that's the biggest problem.

Arbeloa was a surprise. Whoever takes over the team needs to teach a lesson to some players who have more say in the team than playing football and are more concerned with squad selection.

[Die_empty]

Oh, the next victim is going to be Michael Carrick then.    I don't know why they would make such decision. Sacking Amorim and bringing Carrick who doesn't even have much experience as a manager yet.

I know Amorim's win rate wasn't as good as their previous manager in the recent years. But at least he made progress in the Premier League by carrying the team above. The owners are really difficult to understand...

His only senior manager experience was with Middlesbrough. He did a fantastic job in Boro, winning 16 of the next 23 games. He has also worked with some notable coaches like Jose Mourinho and Solskjaer. He was also a caretaker coach, and he won two games and drew one in three games.

I also thought Manchester United would seek the services of an established coach. Every big coach started from somewhere. This might be an opportunity for Carrick to prove that he has what it takes to lead a top-flight club.  

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Oh, the next victim is going to be Michael Carrick then.    I don't know why they would make such decision. Sacking Amorim and bringing Carrick who doesn't even have much experience as a manager yet.

Perhaps in this case Manchester United's thinking focuses more on those who do have experience at Manchester United.
Carrick has been a player and he has also served as an interim for some time at Manchester United and this is a consideration.

Indeed in terms of experience Carrick is not better but Manchester United seems to be gambling with the chemistry and philosophy of the club which of course this has been owned by Carrick before.

Hopefully this will be a wise choice to make but I also wouldn't be surprised if there is news of a quick dismissal when Carrick's performance doesn't match the expectations of Manchester United and leads them to decline as it has for previous coaches.

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Xabi Alonso Leaves Real Madrid and he was not sacked he lift on his own and the reason why he lift may be because he knew he will be sacked or he lift because the pressure was too much on him, Real Madrid always put too much pressure on there coach and if you are not a good coach it’s better you don’t come to Real Madrid because Real Madrid expect you to always win trophy and perform very well and if you are not giving them that you can’t stay in Real Madrid, I’m sure by now Real Madrid is already making plans to sign a new coach.

This is shocking news where Xabi Alonosi was fired during the defeat in the Spanish Supercopa --- indeed he resigned after many other versions came out of the media saying Xabi was no longer respected in the dressing room, during training sessions many players lacked respect for him.

At least there are many reasons why Real Madrid let Xabi go, but I don't have to worry about the club's performance, they will definitely remain stable even under new coach Arbeloa.

[Amphenomenon]

It is actually better that Enrique has said something about this. It was all over 'X' that he is definitely going to leave the club. But now it is good that he has actually addressed the situation. So even if he is actually leaving the club, the situation is going to at least calm down right now. And honestly, I don’t know if he is going to leave or not. Maybe he will leave, but it is not the right thing to do for him to create too much drama around that. That’s why I think he has said this. And Enrique did get a lot of love in PSG. So staying is not going to be some kind of wild imagination

It's more surprising if Luis Enrique decides to leave or the deal falls off than him not renewing his contract. Like who is believing such news !

PSG definitely would do anything to keep their key piece in winning the Champions League trophy eveb after spending so much signing every world class players, giving massive contracts nd still fail to get it but with a lower cost under Luis Enrique thye became more fearsome and not just won the Champions league but git the Ballon d'or from a player who was once tagged as injury prone and his talent was almost written off because of it. Luis Enrique will continue for long.

[FanEagle]

Real Madrid is eyeing for Jurgen Klopp, which would be weird. Considering they faced him twice in UCL and both times it was very difficult period and got a lot of chaos, I assumed there was no love loss. In any case, Klopp could be great, I know he gave a break for a while and that was a good for him and yes I heard about him going to movies and all that, but it's been years, he must have seen all the movies he desires already, time to back to field now. Him at Real Madrid?

That team could be unstoppable, I am expecting like some serious huge changes. Sad for Xabi Alonso though, that dude was seen as greatest upcoming manager in the world, won with Leverkusen, and then in six months Real Madrid destroyed him, very sad.

[9ja Amaka]

I think the first thing that needs to be fixed at Real Madrid is the excessive interference of the players. Some players who should be in the starting eleven are not getting in because of other players, and they are blamed when there is a defeat. Some star players need to focus solely on the game and contribute to the team. I think that's the biggest problem.

I don't agree with you. Xabi Alonso does not know who is best and fit to start in games. He doesn't know how to rotate players. For example Rodrygo is a good player but he almost killed his career. Endrick is also a good player yet, Xabi don't know when to play Endrick, he got frustrated and asked for a loan to Olympique lyona.

I can clearly see that Xabi's tactics is not working at all. The players are the ones who struggle out the win, whenever they face a difficult opponent. The first time Barcelona met Real Madrid this season, Madrid won in that game. I don't know how they cant win today.

[mikel_012]

I think the first thing that needs to be fixed at Real Madrid is the excessive interference of the players. Some players who should be in the starting eleven are not getting in because of other players, and they are blamed when there is a defeat. Some star players need to focus solely on the game and contribute to the team. I think that's the biggest problem.

I don't agree with you. Xabi Alonso does not know who is best and fit to start in games. He doesn't know how to rotate players. For example Rodrygo is a good player but he almost killed his career. Endrick is also a good player yet, Xabi don't know when to play Endrick, he got frustrated and asked for a loan to Olympique lyona.

I can clearly see that Xabi's tactics is not working at all. The players are the ones who struggle out the win, whenever they face a difficult opponent. The first time Barcelona met Real Madrid this season, Madrid won in that game. I don't know how they cant win today.

Don't forget Endrick that was getting mold in the bench and now in Lyon and already showed a master class in just one game. I think its still early to say but every time Endrick plays he shows a lot of heart so to not use him and to prefer other players that clearly are not in his level like Gonzalo García, I think it was a bad idea. Now he moved with a loan and will show what he is capable with his football

I think Xabi could be one of the best managers and do history with Real Madrid but he could not do his job and made many mistakes. Now it looks like the team management and players do not respect him.

[SatoPrincess]

Oh, the next victim is going to be Michael Carrick then.    I don't know why they would make such decision. Sacking Amorim and bringing Carrick who doesn't even have much experience as a manager yet.

I know Amorim's win rate wasn't as good as their previous manager in the recent years. But at least he made progress in the Premier League by carrying the team above. The owners are really difficult to understand...

I couldn’t agree more. IMO Manchester United owners hired Carrick because they found their yes-man, they are not bothered about what kind of football will Carrick is going to bring to this United team. I see Manchester United going back to being a mid-table club if the INEOS do not change the way they run the club.

[Abu-Naim]

It is actually better that Enrique has said something about this. It was all over 'X' that he is definitely going to leave the club. But now it is good that he has actually addressed the situation. So even if he is actually leaving the club, the situation is going to at least calm down right now. And honestly, I don’t know if he is going to leave or not. Maybe he will leave, but it is not the right thing to do for him to create too much drama around that. That’s why I think he has said this. And Enrique did get a lot of love in PSG. So staying is not going to be some kind of wild imagination

It’s good that he came out to clear the air about the rumor that is circulating all over social media, and it has added to the sacking of Alonso because some people are even trying to link him to Real Madrid cut the management were so quick to make decision; therefore, PSG fans can now rest for now, this shouldn’t destabilize the team and affect their charge because Lens has taken the lead PSG will like to regain their top position.

I am yet to understand the quick decision from the Real Madrid management; how did they make such quick decision to sack Xavi Alonso and also appointed new coach who happens to be their former player and negotiations were completed within some short period of time.
The rate at which coaches are being sacked is really alarming seriously, the team owners need to be respecting coaches

[GbitG]

Oh, the next victim is going to be Michael Carrick then.    I don't know why they would make such decision. Sacking Amorim and bringing Carrick who doesn't even have much experience as a manager yet.

I know Amorim's win rate wasn't as good as their previous manager in the recent years. But at least he made progress in the Premier League by carrying the team above. The owners are really difficult to understand...

I don't think there would be any wrong if Michael Carrick got the head coach of Manchester united. Manchester United already tested so many experience coach but didn't even make any difference. So I think something new form the loyalty can change the path. So that's why I am just agree with Michael Carrick move because he is Manchester united legends and still his heart have a lot of passion and love for his club. So definitely he will try something different which make the team better.....

Besides that Manchester united need such a coach who can change the mental strength of the team like form dynamic counter attack to crossing or quick passing or bring up those player who have potential to give a better results whether it's in team play or it in wealth.

Anyway let's see what happens next

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This is shocking news where Xabi Alonosi was fired during the defeat in the Spanish Supercopa --- indeed he resigned after many other versions came out of the media saying Xabi was no longer respected in the dressing room, during training sessions many players lacked respect for him.

At least there are many reasons why Real Madrid let Xabi go, but I don't have to worry about the club's performance, they will definitely remain stable even under new coach Arbeloa.

Every coach should be in a place where he gets the respect as the manager coaching the players, from a perspective age difference might be one reason the issue concerning respect, while Ancelotti coach Madrid, we never heard any complain about disrespect and not following coaches advises.

I'm shocked how quick they get a replacement for Xabi, let's see what we change under the new management.

[Btcdeybodi]

Xabi Alonso Leaves Real Madrid and he was not sacked he lift on his own and the reason why he lift may be because he knew he will be sacked or he lift because the pressure was too much on him, Real Madrid always put too much pressure on there coach and if you are not a good coach it’s better you don’t come to Real Madrid because Real Madrid expect you to always win trophy and perform very well and if you are not giving them that you can’t stay in Real Madrid, I’m sure by now Real Madrid is already making plans to sign a new coach.

It's still a sack no matter how you want to put it. Xabi Alonso was sacked based on mutual agreement between him and the management of Real Madrid. Besides, even if he left the team in a ceremonious way, it was already crystal clear that he would face a sack. Sabi Alonso needs to gather more coaching experience before he can coach top teams in Europe. Real Madrid had a target which Alonso could not meet up with so nothing would have saved him. From the statistics of Xabi Alonso, his performance for Madrid isn't that bad but he should have done better.

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https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2010764141166739545
Goodbye Xabi Alonso, your journey was too short, and I was quite surprised because it was so sudden. The defeat in the Supercopa Final really had a big impact, and now ALVARO ARBELOA will take over as Real Madrid coach.

What do you think? Is this enough of a surprise for us all?

Arbeloa is, in my opinion, a really big surprise. I wonder if Real Madrid will leave him in charge until the end of the season or permanently. Although Xabi Alonso had a long-term contract, he was sent away from Real Madrid due to failures. Therefore, I think the duration of Arbeloa's contract is very important for Real Madrid. The important thing is whether he will bring success to Real Madrid.

I was surprised as you at first when Arbeloa was announced as the replacement of Xabi Alonso and what ran through my head was, what would Arbeloa do better with this Real Madrid squad that Xabi Alonso couldn't do! It's very likely that he might not remain in as Real Madrid manager beyond this season because the blueprint to lay the solution at Madrid to bring the team back to trophy winning days is beyond Alvaro Arbeloa profile considering where he's coming from to Real Madrid.

[Rengga Jati]

I'm shocked how quick they get a replacement for Xabi, let's see what we change under the new management.

Yes, according to news reported here, Xabi left Real Madrid by mutual agreement. Real Madrid confirmed that Xabi will remain their admirer, as he is one of Real Madrid's most admired players. Real Madrid is his home. However, the decision was made to improve Real Madrid's performance, with Álvaro Arbeloa replacing him as caretaker manager.

Xabi's career at Real Madrid so far has yielded at least some impressive results, as listed below:

Xabi Alonso

[mikel_012]

I was surprised as you at first when Arbeloa was announced as the replacement of Xabi Alonso and what ran through my head was, what would Arbeloa do better with this Real Madrid squad that Xabi Alonso couldn't do! It's very likely that he might not remain in as Real Madrid manager beyond this season because the blueprint to lay the solution at Madrid to bring the team back to trophy winning days is beyond Alvaro Arbeloa profile considering where he's coming from to Real Madrid.

If he does the basic and let the players do what they do best this is already a big change from Xabi. See how many players did not respect Xabi because he asked them to do things they did not agree. Many times you could see videos in social media with players calling Xabi crazy and not understanding his plans for the team.

Remember when Xabi subbed Vini Jr in el classico and the player was very angry and even left before the game was finished? No other coach would do that because it did not make sense to remove the best player on the field that is always very keen to win against Barcelona

[KingsDen]

https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2010764141166739545
Goodbye Xabi Alonso, your journey was too short, and I was quite surprised because it was so sudden. The defeat in the Supercopa Final really had a big impact, and now ALVARO ARBELOA will take over as Real Madrid coach.

What do you think? Is this enough of a surprise for us all?

It has been a while I last visited this transfer speculation thread. Many things have actually happened and I think I have really missed many of them.
1. Xavier Alonso is no longer day head coach of Real Madrid.
2. Michael Carrick returning as the head coach of Manchester United
Hmmm.

For Real Madrid; I think the problem is the management not being able to manage the players and not Xavi Alonso as a coach. It will be so difficult to reposition Real Madrid if some players are not sold.

For Manchester United, I think they need a listening coach. Who knows, Carrick can do it but I would have trusted him the more years ago when he handle a few matches.

[Lida93]

I was surprised as you at first when Arbeloa was announced as the replacement of Xabi Alonso and what ran through my head was, what would Arbeloa do better with this Real Madrid squad that Xabi Alonso couldn't do! It's very likely that he might not remain in as Real Madrid manager beyond this season because the blueprint to lay the solution at Madrid to bring the team back to trophy winning days is beyond Alvaro Arbeloa profile considering where he's coming from to Real Madrid.

If he does the basic and let the players do what they do best this is already a big change from Xabi. See how many players did not respect Xabi because he asked them to do things they did not agree. Many times you could see videos in social media with players calling Xabi crazy and not understanding his plans for the team.

Remember when Xabi subbed Vini Jr in el classico and the player was very angry and even left before the game was finished? No other coach would do that because it did not make sense to remove the best player on the field that is always very keen to win against Barcelona

And what are the odds that the new coach in the person of Alvaro Arbeloa would be accorded a much better respect that wasn't given to Xabi Alonso? Except you wanna tell me that the players never liked him because ordinarily every player no matter how important you might be to the team the instructions of the club's manager ought to be obeyed  and his tactics followed because there's no way anyone wanna tell me Xabi was without a plan for the team. Any player can be substituted at any time of a game base on the coach discretion and that player doesn't have to be arrogant to the coach for his actions because everything that happens always first goes to the coach before anyone else

[Rashlyowl]

Less than a year after becoming Real Madrid manager, Xabi Alonso has now had to part ways with his former team, where he was a player. I consider this decision to be a hasty one, he deserves more chances, but the story behind the scenes may not be as beautiful as the reality. Arbeloa has now been appointed as his replacement & it is also reported that Liverpool, who have been inconsistent this season are looking to sign Xabi Alonso as their manager.

[mikel_012]

And what are the odds that the new coach in the person of Alvaro Arbeloa would be accorded a much better respect that wasn't given to Xabi Alonso? Except you wanna tell me that the players never liked him because ordinarily every player no matter how important you might be to the team the instructions of the club's manager ought to be obeyed  and his tactics followed because there's no way anyone wanna tell me Xabi was without a plan for the team. Any player can be substituted at any time of a game base on the coach discretion and that player doesn't have to be arrogant to the coach for his actions because everything that happens always first goes to the coach before anyone else

If one player has a problem with the coach, maybe the player is the problem
But if many players have a problem with the coach, maybe the coach is the problem

Maybe Xabi tried new things that players did not like or agree and he lost all the respect because of this. But a new coach can be a new beginning and players can try things with a clear head and not create many problems