Xabi Alonso's bold decision

Young talent Gonzalo Garcia had an explosive performance at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

According to El Confidencial , Real Madrid's head coach confirmed that the team does not need another striker, after witnessing the explosive performance of young talent Gonzalo Garcia at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

The product of La Fábrica made a strong impression in the tournament in the US when he scored 1 goal and had 1 assist in just the first 2 matches. Before that, Gonzalo Garcia was unknown to many people. In his debut match for Real Madrid's first team, Garcia immediately shone with a goal against Al Hilal.

In the next match against Pachuca, the striker born in 2004 continued to shine with an assist, helping Real Madrid win 3-1. Alonso was convinced by the 21-year-old talent and decided to stop looking for a new striker.

Previously, coach Alonso said that the club's decision to let Joselu leave last summer caused Real Madrid to lose a quality option in attack. The Spanish strategist assessed that the club was in dire need of a true "number 9" striker.

However, Gonzalo Garcia's direct playing style, intelligent positioning and maturity on the pitch have completely won over the coaching staff and Alonso. With a height of 1.85m, diverse finishing ability and fiery fighting spirit, Garcia almost perfectly meets Alonso's requirements.

Despite being just 21, Garcia has shown incredible confidence playing alongside seniors Vinícius Jr. and Rodrygo. Initially, Garcia was seen as a backup to Mbappe, who was sidelined with injury.

However, with what he has shown, the 21-year-old talent is now being considered by Alonso for a more important role in the first team, especially in matches that require squad rotation.

Xabi Alonso's Real was held to a draw by Saudi Arabia's representative. In the early morning of June 19, Real had a 1-1 draw with Al Hilal in Group H, FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

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