It is only a matter of time before Real Madrid officially announce Xabi Alonso as the new manager, with the Spaniard set to take over from Carlo Ancelotti.The 43-year-old former midfielder already

Real Madrid star Federico Valverde has shared the team's goals for next month's FIFA Club World Cup. Los Blancos beat Sevilla 2-0 over the weekend and have now shifted focus to the upcoming tournament in the United States. Speaking to Real Madrid TV, Uruguay's Valverde said the team's goal is to win the title and make the fans proud.

Real Madrid will move quickly to get Alonso in place with their overarching target of starting life under his leadership at the Club World Cup still on track. The newly-expanded tournament kicks off on June 14, with Real Madrid's first game scheduled for May 18, up against Al Hilal.

FIFA Club World Cup edges closer, Real Madrid is preparing to make a major statement—one that could redefine its long-term midfield plans. As the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup edges closer, Real Madrid is preparing to make a major statement—one that could redefine its long-term midfield plans.

Xabi Alonso reportedly wants Real Madrid to play with Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé up top, leaving Rodrygo with an uncertain future.

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde spoke about the win over Sevilla and highlighted the ambitions for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.