Real Madrid president Florentino Perez identifies ‘perfect’ Xabi Alonso replacement after shock departure

Actual Madrid president Florentino Perez has allegedly recognized Argentina supervisor Lionel Scaloni as the best substitute for Xabi Alonso this summer season.

Alonso left Actual Madrid by “mutual consent” on Monday, with Alvaro Arbeloa positioned in command of the primary crew, however Los Blancos are anticipated to herald a brand new supervisor on the finish of the season.

Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has emerged as a number one candidate for the position, whereas Enzo Maresca, who just lately left Chelsea, is considered as an possibility, along with former Los Blancos supervisor Zinedine Zidane and Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola.

Nevertheless, in line with studies in Spain, Perez has recognized Scaloni as the best substitute, with the 47-year-old solely having a contract with Argentina till the tip of the 12 months.

Scaloni has been in command of Argentina since August 2018, boasting a report of 65 wins, 18 attracts and 9 defeats from his 92 matches on the helm.

Perez ‘identifies’ Scaloni as Alonso substitute

The supervisor led his nation to success on the 2022 World Cup, along with two Copa America titles, whereas Argentina are one of many favourites for the 2026 World Cup.

Scaloni has no expertise of membership administration, having been in command of Argentina Underneath-20s forward of his promotion to the senior crew.

The previous midfielder has proven he’s able to main a dressing room which includes star gamers, whereas his teaching strategies are additionally broadly revered.

Alonso is believed to have had an absence of management within the Actual Madrid dressing room, which one of many predominant causes behind his departure, however Scaloni’s character would stand him in good stead.

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Scaloni was beforehand assistant supervisor at Sevilla

Scaloni has no managerial expertise at membership stage, which is a priority, however he was beforehand assistant supervisor at Sevilla throughout the 2016-17 marketing campaign.

The previous midfielder adopted Jorge Sampaoli from Sevilla to Argentina, so he does have a level of expertise in La Liga, however it might be a danger contemplating that the day-to-day duties of being a membership supervisor could be new to him at this stage of his profession.

Actual Madrid won’t rush any determination on their subsequent head coach, with quite a lot of elements set to be considered earlier than a closing name is made.