“It is difficult to work in Madrid.”, — write: football.ua
It is difficult to work in Madrid.
Javi Martinez, Getty Images January 30, 2026, 9:27 p.m
Former Bayern and Spain midfielder Javi Martinez spoke about Real Madrid. His words are quoted by Marca.
“I don’t know exactly what happened at Real, I texted Xabi Alonso but he didn’t answer – he must have switched off his phone in those days.
I’m sure he’s been successful at Madrid, but it’s a special place, a special club. I think even Guardiola would not have succeeded there.
Players should feel free. It is necessary to do as Mourinho, Ancelotti. It is necessary to find a connection with these players so that they feel freedom, that there is a little anarchy. They should be able to play freely,” Martinez said.