Real Madrid brutally sacked Xabi Alonso earlier this week after a disappointing eight months at the Bernabéu, with Jude Bellingham also accepting his departure.
Jude Bellingham reacts to Xabi Alonso’s departure from Real Madrid (Image: Getty Images)
Jude Bellingham has slammed rumors of a falling out with Xabi Alonso ahead of his sacking, branding the speculation “ridiculous talk”. The Spaniard was sacked by Real Madrid on Monday after just eight months in charge.
His departure comes after a dramatic period at the Spanish giants, where they fell behind bitter rivals Barcelona. And it has been suggested that he may have had disagreements with some of the club’s biggest stars, including Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe and Bellingham.
But the England star moved to quash the suggestions with an abusive rant on his app. “I’ve missed so much in the past, always hoping the truth would come out in time. But honestly…what a crapshoot.
“I really feel sorry for the people who hang on to every word of these clowns and their ‘sources’. Don’t believe everything you read. Sometimes we need to hold these people accountable for spreading this kind of harmful misinformation for clicks and further controversy.”
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Bellingham, 22, made 29 appearances for Alonso’s Real Madrid, scoring six goals. It’s not just midfielders who are speaking out.
Kylian Mbappé also sent a message to Alonso after his departure, praising the Spaniard’s achievements at the Bernabéu. “Although it was a short time, I was very happy to be able to play in front of you and learn from you. Thank you for giving me confidence from day one.”
“I will remember you as a coach who had clear ideas and knew a lot about football. I wish you good luck in your next chapter.”
Jude Bellingham played 29 games under former manager Alonso (Image: Getty Images)
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Alonso himself said this after leaving Real Madrid. “This chapter of my career has come to an end, but not in the way I had hoped. Being the manager of Real Madrid is both an honor and a responsibility,” he wrote on social media.
“I would like to thank the club, the players and above all the fans and the Real Madrid community for their trust and support. I leave here with respect, gratitude and the pride of having given my best.”
Real have already confirmed who will replace Alonso at the club. Former defender Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as his successor and will oversee Wednesday night’s Copa del Rey opening match against Albacete. His first league match in charge will be at home against Levante at the weekend.
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