This is how Xabi Alonso's sudden dismissal was orchestrated: Florentino Pérez makes Álvaro Arbeloa the new Real Madrid coach

"Real Madrid C. F. announces that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to end his tenure as first-team coach". With this forceful statement, made public in a press release, Real Madrid explains that it is parting ways with Xabi Alonso as the club's coach, who will be replaced by Álvaro Arbeloa.

"Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all Madridistas because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values of our club. Real Madrid will always be his home. Our club thanks Xabi Alonso and his entire technical team for their work and dedication during this time, and wishes them the best of luck in this new stage of their lives," reads the statement reported by ElConstitucional.es.