Defending Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid star owns up
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Barcelona are in a good moment, as shown by winning their seventh La Liga match in a row against Osasuna. On the other hand, Real Madrid are struggling, which the Catalans’ supporters made known
Speculation around Real Madrid's search for a potential successor to the under-pressure Xabi Alonso has intensified, but Red Bull chief Oliver Mintzlaff has shut down hopes of luring Jurgen Klopp back to the dugout.
“Xabi stay, Xabi stay,” Barcelona fans chanted from the stands at Camp Nou during the match against Osasuna. The chant, clearly delivered with irony, reflects the current perception surrounding Alonso: that his time at Real Madrid has been harmful to the team. That explains why Barcelona supporters would like his tenure to last as long as possible.
There is a dark cloud looming around the future of Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid, especially after how the team have gone on a serious tilt and appear to be struggling across all competitions.The
Raphinha has scored two late goals to give Barcelona 2-0 win over Osasuna and increase it lead of the Spanish league. The Brazil forward broke the deadlock Saturday with a shot from the top of