It was a move many expected, and Real Madrid have already put it into motion. During the trip to Saudi Arabia, a key figure has reclaimed a central role in the club’s daily operations: Antonio Pintus. The Italian fitness coach, widely regarded as the best in the world in his field, has been seen at the Al-Awwal Stadium fully integrated with the squad, signaling a clear shift from the dynamic of recent months.

While the club’s official website still lists Pintus as Performance Manager, with Ismael Camenforte named as the head physical trainer in Xabi Alonso’s staff, the images from Jeddah tell a different story. Pintus was spotted on the bench during the warm-up alongside the rest of the coaching staff, confirming his renewed proximity to the players and a return to a more hands-on role.

This internal adjustment responds to a pressing need. Real Madrid have already suffered 23 injuries this season, a worrying figure that has prompted the club to lean once again on the man behind the physical foundations of their last four Champions League triumphs — two under Zinedine Zidane and two under Carlo Ancelotti.

Despite Xabi Alonso arriving with his own trusted staff after Ancelotti’s departure, Real Madrid never fully abandoned the “Pintus method” over the summer. Now, following internal assessments at Valdebebas concerning the drop in physical performance and the mounting injury problems, the club has placed full confidence in the Italian coach. The belief is clear: Pintus is expected to inject fresh energy into the squad as Real Madrid enter the decisive phase of the season and fight for every available title.

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