13 January, 2026 Micheal Nzubechi 0 Comments

Kylian Mbappe said it has been a “pleasure to play for and learn from” Xabi Alonso after the latter was sacked by Real Madrid.

Alonso’s seven-month tenure as Madrid boss came to an end on Monday.

It followed on from a 3-2 defeat to Barcelona, who lead the way in LaLiga by four points, in the Supercopa de Espana.

Alonso was highly touted as Madrid’s next long-term boss when he replaced Carlo Ancelotti last year, but the former midfielder has now been replaced by his ex club-mate Alvaro Arbeloa.

“It’s been short, but it was a pleasure to play for you and learn from you,” Mbappe posted on Instagram, alongside a photo of himself and Alonso.

“Thank you for giving me the confidence since Day one.

“I will remember you as a manager who had clear ideas and knows many things about football. Best of luck for your next chapter.

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