How did Flick react to the arrival of Xabi Alonso in the management of "Real"?

Hans-Dieter Flick, the well-known German specialist who recently led Barcelona to the La Liga title, shared his opinion on the appointment of one of his main rivals — Xabi Alonso — as the new head coach of Real Madrid. According to Flick, this appointment is neither surprising nor questionable — because Alonso is fully worthy of this position.

“I know him well and respect him”

“Xabi Alonso’s move to Real was not unexpected for me. His success in Germany is well known. I spoke to him personally. I like his approach to football, his playing philosophy, and coaching style. At Bayer, he took many players to a new level. Of course, having such a coach at Real is a plus for the club,” said Flick.

Alonso officially joins Real — contract until 2028

The official website of Real Madrid announced the appointment of Xabi Alonso as head coach. The contract with the Spanish coach is valid until June 30, 2028. Alonso will officially start on June 1 and just 15 days later will lead the team into the Club World Cup in the USA.

Brilliant career at Bayer — a luxurious coaching debut

During his time at Bayer Leverkusen, Xabi Alonso achieved historic results. Under his leadership, the club became a Bundesliga leader, players developed individually, and the team adopted a new sporting style. His commitment to his playing identity and tactical clarity earned him widespread recognition across Europe.

In conclusion, Xabi Alonso’s next challenge as Real Madrid’s head coach is a major event not only for the club but for all of Spanish football. Support from a top-level coach like Hans-Dieter Flick further reinforces belief in Alonso’s potential. Now, all football fans eagerly await the new era of the "royal club."