A bit of a risk for Xabi

Madrid is not reliable when it comes to expressions of intent; especially if there is a dip in performance (even a slight dip). Nothing wrong with betting on yourself but banking on Papa Flo giving you the job should you finish 7th in the Bundi next year is precarious. Additionally, any candidate for the Madrid job will have to contend with 2 things:

1. Raul Gonzalez is never going away and will manage Madrid someday.

2. If Zizou does not get the French National Team job after Euros he will absolutely be a candidate to make a 3rd Madrid run after Carletto leaves; especially if it is after next year. Do not be fooled...both Flo and Zizou are addicted to each other and if Mbappe and Yoro come to Madrid it will be French National Team light with Mendy, Camavinga, Tchoumeni, Mbappe, and Yoro on the team.