Xabi Alonso Names Real Madrid Squad for FIFA Club World Cup in USA, Saudi Arabia

New Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has announced the squad for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which starts this weekend in the USA. Alonso named a mix of senior players, injured stars likely to travel, and several young reserve and academy talents to supplement the squad, with new signings Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold included. Alonso's first training sessions saw limited senior player participation due to injuries and international duties, with only five first-team players initially present, including Lucas Vázquez and Rodrygo. Key players like David Alaba, Dani Carvajal, and Eder Militao have returned to training, while others such as Aurelien Tchouameni, Kylian Mbappé, and Jude Bellingham are expected to join after international duty. Real Madrid's group includes Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, Mexico's CF Pachuca, and Austria's RB Salzburg, with the campaign beginning against Al Hilal on June 18. Despite challenges in preparation, Alonso appears proactive and commanding in his early management efforts.