A SWEEP-UP AT THE MERENGES! Xabi Alonso cuts to the chase: 6 players sidelined, a purge assumed by the coach… the names revealed send shockwaves through Madrid!

In a seismic decision that’s already rocking the Spanish capital, Real Madrid’s head coach Xabi Alonso has sanctioned the departure of six first-team players in what many are calling a ruthless yet visionary squad overhaul. The announcement, made just days before the transfer window officially opens, has stunned fans and sent ripples throughout European football.

According to official sources within the club, the players on the chopping block include Jesús Vallejo, Lucas Vázquez, Luka Modrić, Andriy Lunin, Ferland Mendy, and perhaps the most shocking name of all—Rodrygo Goes. While some of these names had long been linked with exits due to age, injuries, or limited playing time, Rodrygo’s inclusion has come as a bolt from the blue.

Rodrygo, once considered a pillar of Madrid’s future, has reportedly grown frustrated with his role following the arrival of Kylian Mbappé and the meteoric rise of Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior. Despite being a regular starter and expressing loyalty to the badge, his influence in the final third has waned, and Alonso seems to have made a tough call.

Luka Modrić’s departure, although less surprising given his age and reduced minutes, marks the end of an era. The Croatian maestro has been one of the defining figures in Madrid’s modern success, and his farewell will be emotionally charged. Lucas Vázquez, another veteran servant of the club, also finds himself on the exit list, despite his utility role and dressing room leadership.

Ferland Mendy’s inconsistency and frequent injury woes have cost him dearly in Alonso’s plans. Similarly, Andriy Lunin, who showed promise in Thibaut Courtois’ absence, seems to have failed to convince the coaching staff that he’s the long-term solution between the sticks. Jesús Vallejo, who has long struggled to cement a regular starting spot, is also set to move on.

Sources close to the club reveal that Alonso’s approach is clear and uncompromising: the future of Real Madrid will be built around younger, more dynamic players with tactical versatility and hunger for greatness. The coach has already emphasized that this decision wasn’t personal, but based on performance data, injury history, and the squad’s future equilibrium.

“This is the beginning of a new cycle,” Alonso is reported to have told club officials and the players involved. “We’re not just changing the team—we’re changing the identity, the rhythm, and the ambition. The next chapter of Real Madrid requires painful decisions.”

Florentino Pérez, the club president, has backed Alonso’s choices wholeheartedly. The president sees this new era as crucial to maintaining Madrid’s dominance both in La Liga and Europe. With a squad already brimming with young talent, Pérez believes now is the time to clear the decks and fully transition into a new generation.

As expected, the reaction from fans has been explosive. While many understand the logic of letting aging or injury-prone players go, others are heartbroken at the idea of saying goodbye to legends like Modrić and shocked at Rodrygo’s premature departure. Social media is buzzing with tributes, outrage, speculation, and debate over who will truly benefit from this clear-out.

Transfer rumors have already started to swirl. Rodrygo is reportedly attracting serious interest from top Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur. Lunin has been linked with several Bundesliga sides, while Mendy could be heading to Serie A. Modrić’s next move is still unknown, but a final spell in MLS or the Saudi Pro League remains likely.

Real Madrid fans are now bracing for a transformative summer. With six senior players heading toward the exit door and Alonso eager to shape a new team identity, the Santiago Bernabéu is preparing for its most significant rebuild since the Galácticos era. And this time, it’s not about signing superstars—it’s about building a machine.

Madridistas will soon see if Alonso’s bold gamble pays off. But one thing is certain: the age of comfort is over at Real Madrid—and the revolution has just begun