“Sell him now before it will be too late, managers have mastered his playing pattern, Real Madrid needs a new player”- Former Real Madrid Manager Zidane has told Florentino Perez to sell a star
In a bold and unexpected statement during a recent press conference, former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has publicly advised club president Florentino Pérez to sell one of the team’s key players, warning that rival managers have already figured out his playing style — and keeping him any longer could hurt the club’s progress.
The French football icon, who guided Real Madrid to multiple Champions League and La Liga titles, didn’t hold back when asked about the current state of the squad and areas needing improvement ahead of the new season.
> “I’ll be honest — Real Madrid needs fresh ideas in certain positions. This player has been a great servant, but the truth is, managers have mastered his playing pattern. Every time he’s on the ball, teams know what’s coming. It’s no longer effective at the top level,” Zidane stated.
Though Zidane tactfully avoided naming the player outright, inside sources close to the club suggest he was referring to a star whose form has been under scrutiny in recent months, with inconsistent performances and growing criticism from sections of the Bernabéu faithful.
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⚪ Zidane: Time to Evolve or Risk Falling Behind
Zidane, known for his calm demeanour and sharp tactical insight, emphasized that Real Madrid’s success has always come from knowing when to make difficult decisions for the greater good of the club.
> “This club has always known when to renew, when to evolve. If they hesitate now, it might be too late. Sell him while there’s still value, and invest in a younger, unpredictable talent. That’s how Real Madrid stays at the top.”
The legendary coach pointed out that while loyalty and sentiment are part of football, elite clubs survive by being ruthless when necessary — a hallmark of Real Madrid under Florentino Pérez.
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⚽ Real Madrid Fans Divided
The revelation has sparked immediate debate among Real Madrid supporters online, with some fans agreeing with Zidane’s assessment, while others feel the player still has much to offer.
One fan wrote:
“If Zidane is saying this, maybe it’s time. He knows this team better than anyone.”
Another countered:
“He’s still got the magic in him. A few poor games don’t erase his quality.”
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📊 Possible Replacements Being Lined Up
Reports suggest that Real Madrid’s board has already drawn up a shortlist of potential replacements, with younger, versatile attacking options from the Premier League and Bundesliga reportedly under consideration.
Florentino Pérez is expected to hold meetings with head coach Xabi Alonso and the recruitment team in the coming days to review squad options before the summer transfer window closes.