“I played with Xabi Alonso and know him very well. Coaching Real Madrid is a massive challenge for him — it’s one of the most demanding clubs in the world,” said Pepe (42, Brazil), who shared the dressing room with Alonso for five seasons at the Santiago Bernabéu.

“When Mourinho was our coach, Xabi was always eager to learn — he constantly asked questions, wanted to understand every detail, and shared his own perspective,” the Portuguese defender recalled. “Now he faces a great challenge as a coach. I hope he succeeds and that Real Madrid continues to win, just as it always has.”

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