Tough statement from Fede Valverde: High tension in the Real Madrid dressing room

Real Madrid is going through a delicate moment despite their victory against Kairat Almaty. Xabi Alonso's decision to substitute Vinicius and leave Fede Valverde on the bench has caused an atmosphere of high tension in the white dressing room.

While the coach downplayed the events, the Uruguayan midfielder published a tough statement on social media clarifying his position. The controversy began when Vinícius was substituted in the second half and, again, left visibly upset, while Valverde did not play a single minute.

Some media pointed out that the Uruguayan had refused to play as a right-back, which is why Xabi Alonso decided not to let him play. However, the Real Madrid coach categorically denied this version in the post-match press conference.

Xabi Alonso and Fede Valverde's statement

The Real Madrid coach explained his decision: "Valverde doesn't play? It's my decision. He is always willing to play wherever he is needed. He is very generous and hardworking. He was coming from a great effort and I wanted to dose him."

In addition, about Vinícius, Xabi Alonso assured that "you always have to manage anger, but nothing happened beyond the reaction of the moment."

Valverde's statement on 'X'

A few hours later, Fede Valverde decided to break the silence on social media to defend his professionalism and deny the rumors about his alleged refusal to play:

"I have read several articles damaging my person. I know I have had bad games, I assume it. I am sad, but under no circumstances have I refused to play. I have given everything and more for this club, even fractured or injured, and I have never complained."

"I have a good relationship with the coach and I always tell him that I am available in any position and in any game. I will leave my soul in this club, even if sometimes it is not enough or I do not play as much as I would like. I will never give up."

The episode has generated internal debate and among the fans. While the coach tries to downplay the matter, the signs of discomfort from two referents like Vinícius and Valverde reflect that the management of the dressing room is not going through its best moment.

Part of the press in the capital even speaks of a possible silent rebellion by some Real Madrid players towards the decisions of their coach. Valverde, who has been a key player in Real Madrid in recent years, has now gone several games without being a starter.

The response of the board and what's coming

For the moment, Real Madrid has chosen to remain silent but, with such a demanding schedule ahead, Xabi Alonso will have to manage very carefully a dressing room that not even a veteran like Carlo Ancelotti was able to control.

The controversy is served in Chamartín. It remains to be seen whether the next lineups restore internal peace or whether, on the contrary, the 'cold war' between coach and key players intensifies.

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