At Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso built a team that felt fresh and precise—every player had a clear role, and the system was finely tuned.
Real Madrid, on the other hand, have thrived with a more fluid, instinct-driven approach, trusting their stars to improvise.
So, what happens when these two philosophies collide? As Alonso takes charge, will he stick to his structured ways or adapt to Madrid’s free-flowing DNA?
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