Guti Gives Xabi Alonso Crucial Mission

Madrid legend hands coach-in-waiting a roadmap to glory—starting with one underperforming star.

During Real Madrid’s recent clash with Mallorca, Guti—known for his sharp football mind and no-nonsense commentary—sent a clear message to the club’s incoming manager Xabi Alonso:

> “Your first priority should be bringing back the old Jude Bellingham.”

Guti was blunt, saying Bellingham hasn’t been the same since his explosive debut season.

> “He needs to be more offensive again. Right now, he looks… ambiguous.”

Despite a dip in form, Bellingham remains a cornerstone of Madrid’s project. Guti insisted that restoring his dynamism in attack is key to unlocking Real Madrid’s potential under Alonso.

But Guti didn’t stop there.

He turned to Kylian Mbappé, praising his terrifying effect on defenders:

> “The moment he turns toward goal, they back off.”

And regarding Arda Güler, Guti’s words were glowing:

> “He has vision like few others. His chemistry with Mbappé is unmatched. He’s the best at finding the killer pass.”

Coming from a legend known for his surgical assists, Guti’s praise of Güler is especially powerful—a public endorsement that could define the young Turk’s future at Madrid.

With Xabi Alonso set to take the reins, Guti has laid the foundation:

Revive Bellingham

Maximize Güler’s potential

Let Mbappé lead the line

A roadmap drawn by a legend. Will Alonso follow it?