Xabi Alonso leaning towards a 4-3-3 formation at Real Madrid

A lot of chatter has been going on regarding which formation new Real Madrid’s head coach Xabi Alonso could deploy next season. He’s know for his 3 at the back formation with Leverkusen, a set up that saw his side score a lot of goals. With his arrival at the Spanish capital club, expectations were that he might replicate the same formation.

However, according to the latest reports, the Spaniard is leaning towards a back 4. He’ll set up a midfield of 3, spearheaded by 3 attackers, reports Marca.

Alonso demands FULL defensive commitment from attackers

The new coach envisions an overall team performance which sees the full defensive presence of his forwards. Alonso believes that defensive efforts are a collective aspect of the game.

Since taking over the head office at the club, Xabi Alonso has taken time to study Madrid’s game in detail. He also analyzed some of the team’s recent games, with players attitude and fans behaviors looked at in details.

The report also stats that a player like Tchouameni who has been played out of position a lot would no longer leave the midfield. Even if there’s a defensive crisis, he will remain as a midfielder.

Jude & Trent will be key for Alonso

For just the second time in history, Real Madrid will have more than one English player in their squad. With the arrival of Trent from Liverpool, the squad currently harbors 2 English internationals.

Xabi Alonso values both players a lot, and is expected to make both of them a crucial part of his setup. Trent’s incredible passing will prove valuable with runners like Mbappe, Vinicius and Rodrygo in the squad. As for Jude, his technique, physique and goal instincts will most definitely come in handy.

Talking about Rodrygo, talks between the player and manager are scheduled for later. Alonso will explain his vision to the player, and confirm his importance before a decision is being made.