Arnold joins Real Madrid, can he adapt to Alonso s system?

After Arnold publicly stated that he would leave Liverpool for free, the right-back, worth 75 million euros, is only one step away from signing with Real Madrid. Now, Alonso is about to take over as Real Madrid coach. Can Arnold adapt in Alonso's system?

Although Real Madrid has not officially announced that Ancelotti has been dismissed, the Brazilian Football Association has officially confirmed that Ancelotti will coach the Brazilian national team, and there is no suspense about Xavi Alonso taking over as Real Madrid coach. Compared with Ancelotti, Xavi Alonso's tactical system and ideas in Leverkusen can be regarded as a huge difference. From the perspective of formation alone, Alonso coaches Leverkusen mainly focuses on the 3-4-1-2 formation. In Alonso's three-back system, the main force of the right wingback is Flynnon. After Alonso coaches Real Madrid, if he continues to use the three-back system, Arnold will become the first choice for the right wingback. During his time at Liverpool, Arnold was called "Road 66". His defensive ability was average, but on the offensive end, Arnold deserves more expectations.

When Klopp was coaching Liverpool, two full-backs in Liverpool were a big weapon to participate in the offense, and Arnold made an indelible contribution. However, after Slott coached Liverpool, Arnold's offensive space was compressed, which caused his personal offensive data to decline, with only 4 goals and 7 assists so far this season. In the six seasons before that, Arnold had five double-dollars in personal assists. After joining Real Madrid, in Alonso's three-back system, Arnold will replace Flynnon as the main initiator of Alonso's wing offensive tactics. At the same time, unlike during his time at Liverpool, in the three-back system, Arnold's defensive pressure will be significantly reduced, which can help him focus more on the offensive end and completely release his offensive talent.

However, before Arnold successfully adapts to Alonso's system, Real Madrid must first solve the problem of central defenders, and it is urgent to introduce at least one powerful central defender. It is reported that Real Madrid has set their targets at Bournemouth central defender Wyson. Let’s see what will happen in the future!