Xabi Alonso has issued a personal message to Real Madrid and their supporters, confirming that his professional chapter at the club has come to an end. In a statement filled with reflection and appreciation, the former midfielder and coach described his time at the club as both an honour and a responsibility, even though the overall outcome did not unfold as he had hoped.
“This professional stage is over, and it didn’t go as we would have liked,” Alonso wrote. His words acknowledged that expectations were high, and while the journey carried pride and commitment, it did not meet the standards he set for himself or the club. Despite this, Alonso made it clear that his time at Real Madrid held deep personal meaning.
He described coaching the club as “an honour and a responsibility” that he carried every single day. The statement reflected the emotional weight of leading one of football’s most historic institutions, where success is demanded and every decision is closely watched. Alonso did not distance himself from the difficulties of the role, instead choosing honesty and humility in addressing how the period concluded.
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Alonso also expressed gratitude to everyone connected to the club. He thanked Real Madrid as an institution, the players he worked with, and especially the supporters. “I thank the club, the players and above all the Madrid fans for their trust and support,” he said. His message highlighted the importance he placed on the relationship between the team and its supporters, describing their belief as something that stayed with him throughout his time in charge.
In closing, Alonso said he leaves with “respect, gratitude, and pride that I did my best at the club.” The wording showed a desire to depart without bitterness, focusing instead on effort, integrity, and appreciation. Rather than defending results or circumstances, he chose to emphasise commitment and honesty in his work.
The message stands as a formal and emotional farewell from Alonso to Real Madrid, marking the end of a professional phase that carried high expectations and heavy responsibility. His words suggest not just an ending, but a moment of reflection — one shaped by effort, learning, and respect for a club whose history demands nothing less than total dedication.
