Article by Sebastian Vasile – published on Thursday, September 11, 2025, 16:16 / Updated Thursday, September 11, 2025 16:18
Xabi Alonso's arrival on Real Madrid's technical bench has brought a radical change in the locker room management. His message was clear from the first day: “Nothing stupid will be allowed.” At the last training of Madrid, defender Antonio Rudiger (32 years old) was expelled from training by the Spanish coach.
One of the biggest challenges is to maintain peace and unity in a celebrity locker room, where almost every player has a world-class status and a strong character. These days, serious tensions were held within the team.
Conflict between Rudiger and Vinicius at Real's last training
According to the Spanish press, At one of the latest workouts there was a lit conflict between Antonio Rudiger and Vinicius Junior. It all started after a harsh entry of the German defender on the Brazilian, followed by a verbal exchange of heavy words and a clash between the two teammates, according to the sources close to the club.
Rudiger and Vinicius at one of Real Madrid's latest workouts. Photo: Imago
Xabi Alonso, aware of how quickly they can affect the atmosphere in the team similar incidents, reacted vehemently and decided to send Rudiger immediately to calm tensions and allow training without other conflicts.
“Goodbye”he would have told Alonso Neamț, who had to calm down and subsequently apologizes for the teammates for this unpleasant situation.
This decision shows that Alonso does not tolerate indiscipline, regardless of the status or importance of certain players. The decision to remove the Rudiger from the training surprised some players, but clearly showed that the hierarchy has changed, anyone who does not respect his rules will not take place in the team.
Rudiger could leave Real Madrid
The question arises how long the Real player will be. His contract expires on June 30, 2026, but the club has already decided not to extend the current understanding and works on a full team restructuringincluding the defensive line.
The German is considered guilty for defeating his national team in Bratislava, in front of Slovakia, and lately “is lost”, showing clear signs of nervousness, and all this could be a consequence of the unresolved situation in Madrid, where he has to consider other offers and prepare his luggage.
Antonio Rudiger
Rudiger, desired in Saudi Arabia
Before Real, where he arrived in 2022, he played for Stuttgart, Rome and Chelsea. In London he had the best moments, where he won FA Cup, Europa League, Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and the World Club Championship. Ever since he was Real, he has won the Champions League, La Liga, two UEFA superchers, as well as the Spanish Cup and Super Cup.
For “Galactici” he played 157 matches, scored seven goals and offered four decisive passes. Now he analyzes the departure options. According to the “Sportsport” portal, there are offers from Saudi Arabia.
