Real Madrid have parted ways with head coach Xabi Alonso after just eight months in charge following their defeat in the Spanish Super Cup final, with Álvaro Arbeloa taking over on an interim basis.
In the wake of Alonso’s departure, Real Madrid’s hierarchy are reportedly exploring long-term options for the Santiago Bernabéu dugout. Veteran manager Jürgen Klopp — currently serving as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull — has been mentioned by well-connected football journalists as one of the top names under consideration.
Klopp, who previously enjoyed great success in the Premier League with Liverpool, has not publicly committed to returning to coaching at this stage and has indicated he is enjoying his current executive role in football operations.
While no official approach has been confirmed by Real Madrid or Klopp, the German coach’s name remains part of the conversation as Los Blancos plan ahead for the 2026–27 season.
Fans and pundits alike will be watching closely as speculation over Real’s next permanent manager continues to unfold.