Club president Florentino Perez has already made it clear that Alonso will be let go as soon as a suitable replacement is found. Perez's priority is to restore the positive atmosphere in the squad, which he feels was better under Carlo Ancelotti's leadership. His preferred choice to succeed Alonso is Zinedine Zidane, a former Real Madrid player who has delivered successful results for the club in the past.

However, Zidane has already agreed to take charge of the French national team after the 2026 World Cup, which may complicate his return to Real Madrid. If Zidane is not available, the club's second choice is Alvaro Arbeloa, a former player who is currently doing well as the coach of the club's Castilla team.

The search for Alonso's replacement is ongoing, but all signs point to his time as coach coming to an end.