THE Champory Alonso gave his first press conference as coach of her Real Madrid.
Chabi Alonso signed a three -year contract with Real Madrid and in his first statements he made it clear that his goal is “building a great team” worthy of its history and the legacy of former coach Carlo Ancelotti.
“No doubt, for me, this is a very special day. One day I will note in my calendar for a lifetime. I am very happy to be here, in what I feel is my home. The bond with Real Madrid has never ceased to exist and since I entered Valdebbea an hour ago, this feeling was reborn.
I have the feeling that this is the beginning of a new era. President Florentino, thank you very much for your trust, who have chosen that I am the person who will lead this new era. I feel that fans, Real Madrid fans, are excited to begin this new era to grow and make the history of this club even greater. Thanks also to my family, who is the one who always accompanies me, “he said, starting his speech and continued:
“Before I start talking about the New Stage, I don’t want to forget to talk about the scene that just finished. Carlo was my coach, a great man and a great influence. Without his mastery, I would probably not be here. I take over and. I hope to meet expectations and go to the club where we all believe we can.
We are entering a new era in which I feel that the club and the fans are united. We have a great team, we have fantastic players and very good potential. This gives me reasons to come here with great energy and excitement. We are convinced that we can achieve important things, worthy of Real Madrid and these European Cups.
We want to make the fans proud, to convey emotions and joy. Let people go to the court to have fun. If we can light it, we will have an unstoppable power. We are convinced that we can do beautiful things.
Thank you very much. “Hala Madrid!”
At 43, the former Real Madrid midfielder (2009-2014), World Champion (2010) and European Champion (2008, 2012) with Spain, takes the baton from Carlos Ancelotti, who is in Brazil and will be presented in the afternoon:
“My goal is to get the best of every player to build a big team. We have a fantastic team and a bright future. We have huge potential and I am convinced that we can achieve great things, worthy of Real Madrid and 15 Champions League titles I want my team to convey emotions, give joy to fans and people around the world say ” Season in a historic Treble (Bundesliga, Germany Cup, Super Cup) in 2024.
The first message of @XabiAlonso Like our new coach!
#WelcomeXabi pic.twitter.com/Q4d4o6RmhR– Real Madrid CF (@realmadrid) May 26, 2025
Before the Spanish coach, Real Madrid President Florentino Perez said:
“Dear Chabi: Welcome home, welcome to Real Madrid. I am sure you are experiencing a very exciting moment today. You showed it when you arrived in 2009 to wear this jersey. You have won six titles that are now part of the history of Real Madrid.
We know what Real Madrid means to you. As a player, you have set a time, not only with Real Madrid, but also with Liverpool and Bayern Munich, and of course you are one of the legends of the National Team, who won the World Cup.
As a coach in Leverkusen, you also achieved a feat that makes you one of the best coaches in the world. Now you face one of the biggest challenges of your life. You know that these fans love and admire you and I’m sure we will share great joy together. Welcome to Madrid, dear Chabi. “