According to the Spanish media "Confidential" report, Real Madrid Chairman Florentino originally wanted Sorari to lead the team to the Club World Cup, but he found it and refused.

Alonso was regarded by Florentino as the core figure of Real Madrid in the next few years, but his initial plan was not to allow him to take over the team immediately after Ancelotti left office. The Confidential revealed that Florentino did not want Alonso to bear the pressure of the Club World Cup and had considered letting club director Solari lead the team temporarily, but the latter refused, which made Florentino feel dissatisfied. In addition, Real Madrid had wanted Solari to be the head coach of the women's football team, but was also rejected.