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The original was posted on /r/soccer by /u/BlazingFirey on 2026-01-12 17:41:07+00:00.
Original Title: Madrid board initially wanted to keep Alonso which caused some surprise and disappointment among those closest to the players, who are unhappy with the image being given by the team and their performances. “Is it enough for Real Madrid now to just not be thrashed?”, one source said close to players.