Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham faced criticism from some fans, who branded him a 'snake' on social media, for his delayed public farewell message to former manager Xabi Alonso. Alonso was relieved of his duties as Real Madrid's head coach on January 12, 2026, after an eight-month tenure following the club's 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. While other prominent players like Kylian Mbappé quickly posted tributes, Bellingham's brief message, reading 'Thank you, Mister. It was a pleasure, all the very best for the future!', appeared a day after Alonso's exit. This delay prompted negative reactions from a segment of the fanbase. Beyond the delayed tribute, the broader context of the story involves Bellingham vehemently refuting earlier reports of a strained relationship and dressing room unrest with Xabi Alonso during his time as Real Madrid manager. Speaking out on his JB5 app, Bellingham dismissed these claims as 'a load of sh*t' and 'damaging misinformation' spread by 'clowns' in the media for clicks and controversy. He asserted that such narratives were 'fabricated or exaggerated' and that the players were '100% behind' Alonso. Alonso's time at Real Madrid was reportedly marked by challenges in managing player egos and adapting his tactical ideas, leading to doubts about his future even before his sacking. Bellingham's strong denial aims to clarify his stance amidst the speculation surrounding Alonso's departure.