Xabi Alonso has parted ways with Real Madrid by mutual consent after less than eight months in charge.
Alvaro Arbeloa, a former teammate of Alonso's at Liverpool and the Spain national team, has been put in temporary charge after being promoted from Castilla, Real Madrid's B team.
Alonso had come under increasing pressure towards the end of last year and the Spanish giants announced their decision following Sunday’s Spanish Super Cup defeat to arch-rivals Barcelona in Saudi Arabia.
A club statement read: “Real Madrid CF announces that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to end his time as coach of the first team.
“Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all madridismo because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values of our club.
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