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- Xabi Alonso is 5/6 favourite to become the next Real Madrid manager after Ancelotti’s expected exit
- Jurgen Klopp (5/2) and Raul (8/1) offer value for punters seeking high-profile or in-house options
- Market may shift rapidly once official announcements are made post-Copa del Rey final
Odds now available on the Next Real Madrid Manager
Real Madrid could be set for a major summer shake-up with reports that Carlo Ancelotti will step down following the Copa del Rey final.
The Italian's departure comes on the heels of a disappointing Champions League quarter-final exit to Arsenal, paving the way for a new face in the dugout.
Betting markets are moving quickly, and all eyes are now on who will become the next Real Madrid manager with UK Betting Sites now offering odds.
According to Bet365, Xabi Alonso is the odds-on favourite at 5/6, after an impressive campaign with Bayer Leverkusen last season where he guided the club to their first Bundesliga title.
| Next Real Madrid Manager | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Xabi Alonso | 5/6 | 54.6% |
| Jurgen Klopp | 5/2 | 28.6% |
| Andoni Iraola | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Raul | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Zinedine Zidane | 11/1 | 8.3% |
What the expert says...
Alonso In Pole, But Klopp Looms
Xabi Alonso’s ties to Real Madrid as a former player, along with his fantastic start to management, make him a natural successor.
His calm demeanour, tactical maturity, and Spanish roots fit the club’s ethos and make the 5/6 price look justified.
However, Jurgen Klopp is second-favourite at 5/2 after the German tactician stepped away from Liverpool last summer and hinted at taking a break.
He returned to football through the Red Bull group quickly though and could come back into management with the Real job.
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Market Dynamics
Ancelotti's looming departure will trigger a flurry of speculation and potential movement in the odds.
Should Alonso publicly commit to staying at Leverkusen or Klopp confirm he will stay in the Red Bull job, the market could flip quickly, so early backers could be rewarded for sharp timing.
Punters should also keep an eye on La Liga betting tips as Real Madrid’s season continues.
